Firerug inkcap mushrooms (Coprinellus domesticus) on a fallen twig under large trees in West Kotlin Nature Reserve in Kronstadt. Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 2, 2018
Fort "Shants", Kronshtadt, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197761Synonyms: Agaricus domesticus, Coprinus domesticus.
Common name: firerug inkcap.
Russian name: Navoznik domashniy.
Extract from Wikipedia article: Coprinellus domesticus, commonly known as the firerug inkcap, is a species of mushroom in the family Psathyrellaceae. First described as Agaricus domesticus by James Bolton in 1788, it was later known as Coprinus domesticus before it was transferred to the genus Coprinellus in 2001.
Coprinellus domesticus is a species of fungus that grows on dung, typically horse or cow manure. In St. Petersburg, Leningrad Oblast, and north-western Russia, it has been found in urban and rural areas, often in association with stables, pastures, and other locations where animal waste is present. The fungus produces small to medium-sized fruiting bodies with bell-shaped caps that range from 1-4 cm in diameter, typically brown or grayish-brown in color, and have a slender stem. It is considered a relatively rare species in the region, but can be found during the summer and autumn months, particularly in areas with rich soil and abundant organic matter.
Firerug inkcap mushrooms (Coprinellus domesticus) on a fallen twig under large trees in West Kotlin Nature Reserve in Kronstadt. Saint Petersburg, Russia, September 2, 2018Fort "Shants", Kronshtadt, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 197761In the West Kotlin Nature Reserve in Kronstadt, Saint Petersburg, Russia, Coprinellus domesticus was observed growing on a fallen twig under large trees on September 2, 2018. The fungus was found to thrive in this specific environment, suggesting a preference for shaded and humid conditions. Further observations in Leningrad Oblast and north-western Russia revealed that Coprinellus domesticus tends to fruit in late summer to early fall, typically between August and October. The species appears to be widespread in the region, with sightings reported in various nature reserves and forests. Notably, the fungus often grows on decaying wood, such as fallen twigs and branches, highlighting its role as a saprotroph in breaking down organic matter. These observations provide valuable insights into the ecology and distribution of Coprinellus domesticus in north-western Russia. The species' habitat preferences and fruiting patterns are consistent with those reported in other regions.
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