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Giant Polypore Fungus Returns to Carr's Wood
Original: Giant Polypore (Meripilus giganteus) at Carr's Wood. Comes up in the same spot every year, under a Beech tree. # Nature
A large specimen of giant polypore (Meripilus giganteus) has been spotted at Carr's Wood near Bath, growing beneath a beech tree. Nature observers note the fungus reliably appears in the same spot each autumn, fruiting from the roots of its host tree. The finding is drawing attention from wildlife and fungi enthusiasts sharing autumn sightings across the UK.
Why now: Autumn fungi season is prompting nature watchers to share seasonal sightings of returning woodland species.
Giant Polypore (Meripilus giganteus)Carr's WoodBathbeech tree
Evidence
- Giant Polypore (Meripilus giganteus) at Carr's Wood. Comes up in the same spot every year, under a Beech tree. # Nature # Wildlife # Fungi # Autumn # Fall # NaturePhotography # WildlifePhotography # UKWildlife · BathNature@ecoevo.social · 17
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