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Join our Senior Conservation Officer for Fungi, Aileen Baird, as she discovers a rare fungus – one of the most beautiful and unusual species native to the UK.
Almost a decade of my life has been spent studying and working with fungi, and yet they still manage to surprise me. Even the most familiar places can reveal something new each autumn.
Last October, when taking a quick break from my desk in a little woodland near me, a flash of pink caught my eye among the fallen leaves.
A Wrinkled Peach fungus! It was the first time I’d ever seen this species. Its striking colour standing out against the bark of an Elm tree, itself an increasingly rare sight.
Most fungi enthusiasts will have moments like this: the thrill of discovering a new species for the first time.
But the Wrinkled Peach is classified as Vulnerable to Extinction and without urgent action we risk losing it altogether.
This story is not unique. Many fungi are threatened with extinction, and when we lose a fungus, we don’t just lose a single species.
We risk losing part of a network that supports plants, other wildlife and entire ecosystems. I have the privilege of witnessing the beautifully diverse world of fungi every day. Most people never get that opportunity.
Donate to our appeal and help protect vulnerable species, conserve the habitats they depend on and strengthen the ecosystems that support us all.
This is a pivotal moment for fungal conservation. The decisions we make now will determine what we discover, protect and pass on to future generations.
You don't need to travel far to find fungi. Some of Britain's most fascinating species could be growing on the tree outside your front door, in the local park, or tucked into a shady corner of your own garden. Let's go and find them.
Did you know that a simple walk in nature can have positive effects on your family's physical and mental health? Join 9-year-old Flora on an outdoor adventure and explore the wonders of the wild!
Our annual citizen survey campaign Waxcap Watch is making a big difference to fungus conservation work.
Join Senior Ecologist Sarah Shuttleworth for a deadwood date, as she takes a deep dive into the wood wide web.
Getting out and looking for fungi can be a great way to connect with nature and discover more about this amazing kingdom. Here our Specialist Botanical Advisor, Sarah Shuttleworth, gives her top tips for finding fungi!
Recent studies have revealed that there's so much fungi out there that we don't know about. But how do we know this? Rachel Inhester, from our science team, tells us why.
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