Some kind of fungus. I’ve no idea what it is (maybe an Artist’s Bracket Fungus?), but it looks pretty gruesome. I don’t know if it’s edible, but even if it is the sight would put me off eating it completely
Taken with a Sony RX100 VII
Fungus
Large fungus
I came across this huge fungus on Oak Road, Briarcliff Manor. I’ve no idea what kind it is. I’ve searched the Internet and so far, have not been able find a fungus that looks like it. I found this strange since I’ve come across this fungus before so it must be fairly common. For the moment I’m stuck.
Taken with a Sony RX100 VII.
Lichen and Fungi
I came across a downed branch in a friend’s driveway. On it was this bright green lichen and some fungi.
Lichens are unique organisms formed from a symbiotic relationship between fungi and photosynthetic partners, such as algae or cyanobacteria. They are found worldwide and consist of about 15,000 species that thrive in various environmental conditions. Lichens are not classified as plants or animals; instead, they represent a complex life form that can survive in extreme environments, including exposure to space. They play essential roles in ecosystems, such as contributing to soil formation and serving as indicators of environmental health (Wikipedia).
Fungi are a kingdom of organisms that include yeasts, molds, and mushrooms. They are heterotrophic, meaning they cannot produce their own food, and play a crucial role in decomposing organic matter, which helps recycle nutrients in ecosystems. Fungi can reproduce both sexually and asexually and often form symbiotic relationships with plants and bacteria, contributing significantly to nutrient cycling and environmental health. (Brittanica)
I just thought it looked ‘cool’ so of course I took a photograph.
Taken with a Sony RX10 IV.
Fungi
Yesterday, I was walking from the commercial center of Briarcliff Manor on Pleasantville Road, along the relatively new bike/walking trail along the Pocantico River towards the Historical Society. This short trail connects the North County Trailway (which runs along the path of the old Putnam line Railway) to the center of the Village.
Suddenly I spotted these clumps of fungi on the side of the trail.
Aren’t they cute?
Despite my best effort, I’ve so far been unable to find out what they are.
Taken with a Sony RX10 IV
Fungi
Some fungi I recently came across. The first one was huge, the second much, much smaller.
I’m not much good at fungi identification, but I suspect that the large one is some kind of oyster mushroom. Don’t hold me to it though. I’m far from sure and I wouldn’t want anyone to eat a venomous mushroom on my say so.
I believe this one is an earth ball fungus. If so, it’s definitely to be avoided. The site I’ve linked to says:
Due to their small size and propensity to appear in lawns and other disturbed areas, kids and pets will run into these often. And they may be irresistible to little hands and curious pups. The good news is that earth balls aren’t poisonous in that they’ll kill you. However, they’ll probably give the ingester severe stomach pain, accompanied by nausea or other distress.
The symptoms usually pass in time, but if you know for certain your child or dog ate one of these, please seek help from the appropriate professionals (doctor or veterinarian). While it is unlikely they’ll be seriously harmed, it is essential that they be monitored, just in case.
Taken with a Sony RX10 IV