Trumpet 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.

Cantharellus cibarius

Cantharellus cibarius

6 September 2008 West Sussex. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Cantharellus tubaeformis

Cantharellus tubaeformis

24 October 2007 Hampshire. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Craterellus cornucopioides

Craterellus cornucopioides

29 October 2006 Hampshire. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Craterellus melanoxeros

Craterellus melanoxeros

14 October 2025 Near Brockenhurst, New Forest, Hampshire. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.

Pseudocraterellus undulatus

Pseudocraterellus undulatus

13 September 2008 West Sussex. Photograph copyright Leif Goodwin.