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Pink Wax Cap / Pink Meadow Cap Fungi - rare in UK. formerly know as Hygrocybe calyptraeformis
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Pink Wax Cap / Pink Meadow Cap Fungi - rare in UK. formerly know as Hygrocybe calyptraeformis
ROG-11339
Pink Waxcap / Pink Meadow Cap FUNGI
Hygrocybe calyptriformis
Found August - October amongst grass in pastures and heaths. Rare in UK.
Formerly known as Hygrocybe calyptraeformis
Bob Gibbons
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ROG-11339 - The Pink Wax Cap - A Rare Gem in the UK!
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. In this enchanting print captured by Bob Gibbons, we are treated to a glimpse of one of nature's most elusive treasures - the Pink Wax Cap. With its vibrant pink hue and delicate structure, this rare fungi species is truly a sight to behold. Formerly known as Hygrocybe calyptraeformis, this little marvel adds a touch of magic to our grasslands. Nestled among blades of emerald green grass, it stands out like a precious jewel in an ocean of verdant beauty. Native to Europe and particularly scarce in the United Kingdom, encountering these wax caps is like stumbling upon hidden treasure. Their presence reminds us that even within familiar landscapes, there are still secrets waiting to be discovered. As if plucked from a fairy tale scene, each individual mushroom seems almost too perfect to be real. Its velvety cap glistens under gentle sunlight while tiny dewdrops delicately adorn its surface. It's no wonder they have earned their name "wax caps" for they appear as though sculpted from pure candle wax. Bob Gibbons' skillful lens has immortalized this extraordinary find for all nature enthusiasts to admire. So let your imagination run wild and allow yourself to be transported into the whimsical realm where mushrooms become magical beings!
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