Gilled Mushrooms with Black, Purple-Black or Brown-Black Spores
Although most fungi are harmless, a small number are extremely toxic, and should be handled with caution. Never eat a fungus unless you are completely certain of its identity, and the species is known to be edible. If in doubt, discard it.
15 October 2025 Abbotstone Down, Hampshire. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.
21 October 2010 West Sussex. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.