Yesterday, while Aiden and I were outside playing at my parents' place, I noticed a collection of fungi growing on a decaying log.
It's in my mom's garden, and partly hidden.
I didn't notice it at first, but because of its shape and color, it stood out against the background.
When I took a closer look, I noticed that it's quite different from the typical ones that grow on soil.
This one was flat and attached to the wood.
Its cap had a rusty-brown color, that blended well with the old bark around it.
And when I touched it, the texture felt tough and leathery rather than soft or spongy.
It has this firm structure, like it was well adapted to growing on wood.
I also observe it from another angle.
I looked at its underside and was surprised to find that it has these tiny pores and a sponge-like surface.
Seeing that detail made the mushroom even more fascinating to me, and it made me appreciate how unique this fungus can be.
I also decided to check it on Google Lens, and the results said that it might be a type of bracket fungus, possibly a turkey tail.
It may not be a perfect identification, but it was still exciting to learn that this little mushroom I spotted in the garden could belong to such an interesting group of fungi. 🍄🟫
This discovery became a learning moment for me.
It may look like a rotting piece of wood, but it's a natural cycle where fungi help clean up and renew the environment.
Until my next nature appreciation...
Thanks for the visit! Have a lovely day. Buh-bye. 💗🌸
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