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Bird's Nest Fungus

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Field Notes

Description:

Cup fungus with packets of spores inside. The cups themselves are rubbery, and look hairy.

Habitat:

Growing from dead wood

Notes:

Spotted at Barbara A. Beiser Field Station.

Reference Links:

Nidulariaceae

Species ID Suggestions

Fluted bird's nest

Cyathus striatus

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Mark Ridgway
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Mark Ridgway
Most likely Cyathus striatus. The height, furry exterior, color and number of peridioles, and the striations inside the cups all look good.

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Mushroom Mapping

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PublishedMarch 11, 2012

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