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shaggy ink cap

Coprinus comatus

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arlanda
arlanda 10 years ago
shaggy ink cap
Coprinus comatus Coprinus comatus


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Doren B
Doren B 10 years ago

This appears to be a decaying Shaggy Mane mushroom, Coprinus comatus. This time of year is when they appear and after they mature they grow through a process of self-digestion in which they become an inky, gooey mess.

Compare your observations with the description and photos here:
http://www.mushroomexpert.com/coprinus_c...

arlanda
arlanda 10 years ago

Nice spotting!

JenniReaumePoling
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JenniReaumePoling

Illinois, USA

Spotted on Oct 12, 2013
Submitted on Oct 19, 2013

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