Gateshead Birders

Fungi

Crimson Waxcap


Hygrocybe punicea

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Photo ŠPaul Davidson
October 2005 - Shibdon Pond

This colourful waxcap is a large and handsome but declining species indicative of old unfertilised pastures grassland and acidic grassland. Fruiting in September and October, but can be well into the winterif it is mild.

 


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