EPOD - a service of USRA

The Earth Science Picture of the Day (EPOD) highlights the diverse processes and phenomena which shape our planet and our lives. EPOD will collect and archive photos, imagery, graphics, and artwork with short explanatory
captions and links exemplifying features within the Earth system. The
community is invited to contribute digital imagery, short captions and
relevant links.


Bay Bolete Mushroom

February 13, 2023

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Photographer: Thierry Lombry

Summary Author: Thierry Lombry

I was very surprised to find this ghastly looking mushroom, commonly
called bay bolete ( Imleria badia species, formely Xerocomus
badius), in the woods of Eischen, Luxembourg – a forest rich in various
plant and fungal species. Measuring ~7 cm (3 inches) in height, it
consists of two specimens that have grown together and adapted to each
other. They eventually merged their caps to form this kind of seat.
It reminded me of Papa Smurf's throne! In spite of its horrid
appearance, this mushroom is edible. Photo taken on October 16, 2022

Eischen, Luxembourg Coordinates: 49.6844, 5.8784


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