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Other Characters

There are many other characters that are used in mushroom identification — too many to mention here. A few of the more common things to look for are:
  • Bleeding: many mushrooms exude a juice when cut or broken. In particular, one genera, Lactarius, is identified primarily by this feature.
  • Bruising: Color changes can be important keys to identifying species.
  • Liquefying: One group of mushrooms, the inky caps, have the property that they turn to liquid as part of their spore releasing mechanism.

Our History

Wisconsin Mycological Society (WMS), was established many years ago, dedicated to the study and enjoyment of wild mushrooms and other fungi. Education, photography, safety and nature are our goals.  We do not ID mushrooms through this website.  If you are in need of an ID consider Wild Food Wisconsin or Mushroom Identification Group.
If You Suspect a Poisoning
If you suspect that you have consumed a poisonous mushroom, contact a physician, the closest hospital ER or dial 911.
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