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With Pouliot as our guide, we smell fire-loving truffles that transform their scent after burning to lure mammals who eat them and, ultimately, spread their spores. We spot the eerie glow of the ghost fungus, a deceptive entity that looks like an edible oyster mushroom but will soon heave back out—along with everything else in your stomach—if you take a bite. And we crawl alongside vegetable caterpillars, which are neither vegetable nor caterpillar but a fungus that devours insects from the inside out.
Featuring stunning color photographs of these mycological miracles, Meetings with Remarkable Mushrooms shows that understanding fungi is fundamental for harmonizing with the natural world.
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Discover the hidden wonders of the fungal kingdom with Meetings with Remarkable Mushrooms: Forays with Fungi across Hemispheres. This captivating book takes you on a whirlwind journey through fungus frontiers, revealing the incredible power and fragility of our planet.
Join ecologist Alison Pouliot on her remarkable adventures as she explores the fascinating lives of fungi in both the northern and southern hemispheres. From the deserts of Australia to the glaciers of Iceland and the Cascade Mountains in America, Pouliot's expeditions will open your eyes to the extraordinary world of mushrooms.
With magnifiers in hand, Pouliot uncovers the secrets of fire-loving truffles, which emit a tantalizing aroma after burning to attract mammals that spread their spores. Prepare to be intrigued by the ghost fungus, a cunning organism that mimics an edible oyster mushroom but can have dire consequences if consumed. And get ready to witness the astonishing vegetable caterpillar, a fungus that devours insects from the inside out.
Featuring breathtaking color photographs, Meetings with Remarkable Mushrooms brings these mycological wonders to life. By delving into the world of fungi, we gain a deeper appreciation for the delicate balance of nature and our place within it. Don't miss out on this extraordinary exploration!
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