Aging False Turkey Tail (Stereum ostrea) fungi growing on a fallen, decaying log in a dense forest. The leathery, fan-shaped brackets have faded to muted shades of tan, gray, and brown, with curled and brittle edges. Sunlight filters through tall trees, casting beams of light across the fungi and highlighting the rough, textured bark of the decomposing wood. The fungi’s smooth, poreless undersides distinguish them from True Turkey Tail (Trametes versicolor). This bracket fungus plays a role in woodland decomposition, breaking down organic material in the forest ecosystem.

The Motley Mushrooms take the stage one last time, lights blazing, amps howling. No looking back—just one final, blistering set before they fade into legend.

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Aging False Turkey Tail (Stereum ostrea) fungi growing in dense, overlapping layers on a decaying log in a forest. The thin, leathery brackets have faded from their original vibrant colors to muted shades of cream, gray, and tan. The curled and brittle edges, along with a rough, cracked texture, indicate advanced decomposition. Sunlight filters through the trees, casting highlights on the fungi and the surrounding woodlands. These fungi have smooth, poreless undersides and play a role in breaking down organic material in the forest ecosystem.

I’m afraid the Motley Mushrooms have seen better days.Time for the last tour.

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Large, curled False Turkey Tail (Stereum ostrea) fungi growing on a decaying log in a forest. The leathery, thin brackets display wavy, layered bands of cream, tan, and deep brown. Some edges are curling and twisting, revealing smooth, poreless undersides. Dry leaves and pine needles surround the fungi, blending into the decomposing wood. This bracket fungus plays a role in woodland decomposition, breaking down organic material in the forest ecosystem.

Do we prefer Funky Fungi or Motley Mushrooms? I love how they’re all disorganized and disheveled.

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A decaying log in the forest is covered in fungi, showcasing the beauty of mycology in nature. On the left side, clusters of amber jelly fungus, likely Exidia recisa, glisten in the sunlight, their gelatinous texture contrasting with the rough, decaying wood. Along the top and right, Turkey Tail fungi (Trametes versicolor) form layered, wavy patterns in shades of brown, tan, and cream, blending into the woodland ecosystem. Scattered pine needles rest among the fungi, adding to the organic details of this macro nature scene. The warm sunlight filtering through highlights the intricate fungal growth, emphasizing the essential role of fungi in forest ecosystems.

Been busy, I have not had a chance to do much. So here is another picture of the Amber Jelly and Turkey. Sounds like a Thanksgiving meal.

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Close-up of fungi growing on a moss-covered fallen tree in Martin Dies State Park, Texas. The wood decay fungi, possibly from the Trametes or Stereum genus, form layered, cream-colored clusters on the textured bark. Sunlight filters through the East Texas forest, casting highlights on the moss and lichen covering the log. In the background, a swampy hardwood wetland habitat with still water reflects the surrounding trees. This image showcases the biodiversity of fungi, mycology, and woodland ecosystems in Texas

New Day - Same Log and Mushrooms but better picture. I took about a hundred of this log😂

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