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New Zealand’s Fungi – Colourful Treasures

  • Posted on June 3, 2022June 3, 2022
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New Zealand’s fungi come in a dazzling array of colours and forms. Here are some of the more remarkable and colourful fungi. There is nothing I enjoy more than spending a day walking outdoors. The world above treeline always feels like a magical place to…

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6 Common Fungi Of New Zealand

  • Posted on June 7, 2020May 5, 2020
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The country of New Zealand has a rich variety and abundance of fungi. Here are 6 common fungi that you are likely to see. The landscape of New Zealand is full of fungi taking different shapes and colours. I always try to stop and look…

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6 Facts About Wood Ear Fungus

  • Posted on June 29, 2019June 16, 2019
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Wood ear may look like the ears on trees, but it is in fact a type of fungus that grows in New Zealand. Here are 6 facts about this floppy, ear shaped fungus. I would hardly call myself an expert on fungus and mushrooms, but…

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