Two bits of amber discovered in a lab basement hold ancient evidence of a fungi famous for controlling the minds of its victims.

Red coral fungus, ‘Ramaria araiospora.’ When it comes to the natural world, fungi are (truly) in a kingdom all their own. They help humans brew tasty beverages like beer, they ...

She digs a bit deeper, then sits back on her heels. “It’s dry now, but in six weeks, when the soil temperature drops and moisture levels increase, this area will be full of fungi producing their ...

Mushrooms are just the visible part of a much larger, hidden operation. They show up to drop spores – their version of planting seeds – but underground, their parent fungi are busy breaking ...

Individuals and small enterprises are discovering the rewarding and surprisingly accessible mushroom cultivation, transforming simple spores into a thriving harvest.

Many wild animals just love eating and feasting on mushrooms! Here are some examples of mushroom loving animals, both large and small.