Mushrooms of Cape Cod and the National Seashore FROM THE PUBLISHER
Although known for its sandy beaches and pounding surf, historic Cape Cod is also home to a unique community of mushrooms that can be found in its heath, pine and oak barrens, and on the borders of its bogs, kettle ponds, and cedar swamps.
Here is the definitive, comprehensive field guide to the highly varied mycoflora of Cape Cod and the National Seashore. It is written in easy-to-follow, nontechnical language and contains accurate and upto-date descriptions along with over 150 color illustrations that help the reader identify over 250 indigenous mushroom species.
The scope of this work goes well beyond the identification of mushrooms. The authors provide information that increases the reader's awareness of the fragile nature of Cape Cod's various ecosystems and the critical role that mushrooms play in helping to preserve them.
FROM THE CRITICS
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A mushroom identification guide focusing on the mycoflora of Massachusetts's Cape Cod region, accompanied by some 150 detailed color photographs and descriptions of some 250 indigenous mushroom species. An introduction covers Cape Cod history and habitats, basic mycology and fungal anatomy, tips for mushroom collection, and instructions on the use of the color key to the major groups of mushrooms. Includes a glossary and references, as well as scientific and common name indexes. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)
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