Identification of the Larger Fungi by Roy Watling
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"Identification of the Larger Fungi" by Roy Watling is a scientific publication written in the early 1970s. The work is designed as an introduction to mycology, particularly focusing on the study and identification of higher fungi for students and amateur mycologists. The book emphasizes ecological aspects of fungi and aims to assist readers in recognizing and understanding the common species they may encounter, with a specific focus on those abundant in the
British Isles. The opening of the publication provides an insightful preface that outlines the author's motivations and the intended audience for the book. Watling expresses his desire to educate students and engage amateur naturalists in mycology, highlighting the ecological connections among fungi, plants, and their habitats. He details the organization of the book, including keys to major groups and sections dedicated to the identification of common fungi. The early chapters also set the groundwork for effective fieldwork, outlining where to find fungi, best practices for collecting specimens, and methods for proper examination and identification. This initial portion establishes a solid foundation for readers looking to explore the fascinating world of larger fungi. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Watling, Roy, 1938- |
|---|---|
| Editor | Kenney, Antony |
| LoC No. | 74195816 |
| Title | Identification of the Larger Fungi |
| Credits |
Produced by MFR, Eric Lehtonen, Harry Lamé and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net. This file was produced from images generously made available by The British Mycological Society and special thanks and appreciation are extended to the Author and Editor of the book for granting permission to release it to the public domain. |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 62.4 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | QK: Science: Botany |
| Subject | Mushrooms -- Identification |
| Subject | Fungi -- Great Britain -- Identification |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 60159 |
| Release Date | Aug 24, 2019 |
| Last Update | Oct 17, 2024 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 1433 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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