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Mushroom Identification Search

Search by name or describe what you see — color, size, habitat, season

Toxicity Classification
☠️ WARNING — Deadly 🚨 Tier 1 — Severely Toxic ⚠️ Tier 2 — Moderately Toxic ⚡ Tier 3 — Mildly Toxic ✅ Edible — Safe (verify first) 🚫 Not Edible — Inedible/Unknown
The Spore & Scout directory, designed as a field-optimized guide, provides reliable data for mushroom foraging, particularly regarding macro-features and high-risk species. However, user safety depends on acknowledging limitations regarding variable life stages and regional discrepancies, and confirming identifications with expert local resources. For the best results, use this information to inform, rather than solely dictate, your findings.
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Results are limited to species in our database. If your species does not appear, follow the safety rule below.

This database currently includes 686 documented species commonly encountered across the Continental United States. It is updated regularly as new species are reviewed and verified. It is not an exhaustive catalog of all known North American fungi — for rare or unidentified species, consult a professional mycologist. Last updated: June 2, 2026

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