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Parrot waxcap (Hygrocybe psittacina) clump growing on a golf course, Box, Wiltshire, UK
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Parrot waxcap (Hygrocybe psittacina) clump growing on a golf course, Box, Wiltshire, UK
Parrot waxcap (Hygrocybe psittacina) clump growing on a golf course, Box, Wiltshire, UK, November
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Agaricales Agaricomycetes Autumn Basidiomycota Forest Fungi Fungus Gilled Mushroom Gloucestershire Higher Fungi Waxcap Wide Angle Wiltshire Yellow Course Courses Golf Courses Hygrocybe Hygrophoraceae
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Fore! Parrot Waxcap Takes Over Golf Course in a Fungi-Filled Fairway Fiesta!
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. In this snapshot captured by Nick Upton, we witness an unexpected twist on the classic game of golf. As if straight out of a fairytale, a vibrant clump of Parrot Waxcaps (Hygrocybe psittacina) has decided to make its home right on the lush green grounds of a golf course in Box, Wiltshire, UK. These cheeky little fungi bring a burst of color and whimsy to the otherwise pristine landscape. With their striking yellow caps resembling tropical parrots perched amongst the grass, it's hard not to imagine them chirping away with each swing of the club. As autumn paints the surrounding forest with warm hues, these gilled mushrooms stand out like bright stars against an earthy canvas. Their presence adds an enchanting touch to this already picturesque scene. Who needs sand traps and water hazards when you have nature's own obstacles? Golfers may find themselves teeing off amidst these delightful waxcaps, adding an extra element of challenge and surprise to their game. So next time you're hitting the links at Box Golf Course, keep your eyes peeled for more than just birdies – be prepared for some feathery fungi friends too!
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