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Variegated Inkcap Mushroom
Coprinopsis variegata

Location

Middlebury, VT, United States

Date

04/06/2021

Description

Inkcap fungi belong to a group of organisms called saprobes. Saprobes are an essential part of the planet's recycling crew. They break down dead organic matter such as leaves and wood, making the nutrients once again available to plants and other organisms.

Photo Link

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Learn More

https://www.mushroomexpert.com/coprinopsis_variegata.html
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