Bird's Nest Mushroom

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The smaller objects in the nest resembling eggs, are actually spore cases that open and disseminate during periods of rain.
A variety of species are documented from coast to coast, and they often grow in bunches on tree branches and stumps.
The picture shows a bird's nest enlarged by a factor of three to show the details.
© 2007 Patricia A. Michaels
