Birds Nest Fungi

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.

Crucibulum laeve

Crucibulum laeve

28 October Surrey. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Cyathus striatus

Cyathus striatus

16 August 2008 West Sussex. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Sphaerobolus stellatus

Sphaerobolus stellatus

14 November 2022 Upper Wield, Hampshire. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.