Photography Gallery – Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) mushroom
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Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) mushroom
IMAGE ID: (FTF 012)We set out to find the Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) on the Isle of Wight. After lots of hunting and help, we found them – it is one of the world’s most recognisable mushrooms, famous for its bright red cap covered in white or yellowish spots.
Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) mushroom
IMAGE ID: (FTF 007)Despite its magical appearance, Fly Agaric is poisonous and should never be eaten or handled as a food mushroom.
Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) mushroom
IMAGE ID: (FTF 013)The Fly Agaric’s iconic appearance has made it a familiar feature of fairy tales, folklore, Christmas illustrations and fantasy woodland scenes.
Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) mushroom
IMAGE ID: (FTF 015)The white spots on the Fly Agaric are remnants of a protective covering called the universal veil, which surrounds the mushroom when it is young.
Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) mushroom
IMAGE ID: (FTF 016)Fly Agaric commonly grows near birch, pine and spruce trees, forming an underground partnership with their roots.
Fly Agaric (Amanita muscaria) mushroom
IMAGE ID: (FTF 010)Fly Agaric contains naturally occurring compounds called ibotenic acid and muscimol, which can cause hallucinations and other neurological effects.
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