This guide outlines 8 practical, safety-first methods to identify mushrooms in the field — from spore prints and guidebooks to habitat, smell and microscopic tips. It serves as a hub linking to detailed posts on each method, offering step-by-step instructions, checklists and safety rules so novice and experienced foragers can identify mushrooms more confidently and avoid dangerous mistakes.
This illustrated list profiles 22 rainforest fungi species with scientific names, typical sizes (cm), and geographic ranges. Perfect for naturalists, students, and curious readers, the post helps you identify common and striking rainforest fungi through photos and concise facts—explore species details and where they occur.
This list of 20 Poisonous Fungi Examples provides scientific names, known toxins, and habitat/range for each species. Essential for foragers, hikers, and biology enthusiasts, it explains dangerous mushrooms like the death cap and fly agaric and offers safety-focused identification guidance.