If you enjoy winter walks through the woods, keep an eye on fallen trees and logs – you might spot something that looks like a pile of burnt charcoal buns. These are King Alfred’s Cakes, one of…
As autumn approaches, Hampshire’s woodlands begin to reveal some of their most curious inhabitants – puffball fungi. These fascinating species are a reminder of the hidden life that thrives all…
As winter draws to a close, a stunning natural phenomenon starts to emerge - scarlet elf cups (Sarcoscypha coccinea). These small, striking fungi with vivid red cups, begin to appear in woodland…
Nestled among mossy meadows, old pastures, and ancient woodlands, waxcap fungi stand as one of nature's most enchanting secrets.
The fluted bird's nest fungi (Cyathus striatus), is a conical fungus, that look remarkably like – as the name suggests – a tiny bird's nest. This fungus stands out as a fascinating…
Fungi come in all kinds of shapes and sizes, from the familiar mushrooms to cups, balls and brackets. But these bizarre structures appearing above the surface are just the fruiting bodies, which…
Explore the mysterious world of fungi! From the enchanting scarlet elf cups to the eerie devil's fingers, discover the hidden gems in your autumn landscape.
As autumn approaches, we are beginning to see different species out and about. As some species head south, others are beginning their annual cycle. This week we talk about some of the wildlife to…
Mosses might not seem the most exciting of plants, perhaps associated with garden chores like raking them out of lawns or removing them from damp corners and gutters. But these plants are actually…
Autumn is a time of change, with many species altering where and how they live in preparation for the great annual emergency - winter. In Autumn we witness the landscape shifting, and for many…
