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A Field Guide To The Fungi Of Australia

A Field Guide To The Fungi Of Australia

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This indispensable field guide by one of the foremost experts on Australian fungi, Tony Young, describes more than 170 species, making it one of the most comprehensive general guides to the nation’s fungi. Beautifully illustrated by Kay Smith, it includes species from all parts of Australia with picture-based keys for ease of identification. This guide superbly showcases Australia’s fungi – from the brightly coloured, fluorescent, elegant and fragrant to the highly toxic.

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With descriptions of more than 170 species, this is the most comprehensive general guide to Australia’s fungi. It includes species from all parts of Australia. It is superbly illustrated with 23 beautiful watercolours, 36 colour photos and more than 260 line drawings. Picture-based keys allow for easy identification. Known toxic species are clearly labeled. It includes lots of interesting facts about fungi – from an explanation of the formation of fairy rings to notes on scientific collecting and preserving.

Paperback, 256 pages, published by UNSW Press, 2005

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14.5 x 21cm

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