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Language: English with bilingual preface in English and Welsh
The vital role of fungi in the ecology of grasslands is becoming more widely appreciated, sparking an increasing interest in identification. This field guide covers the species that are commonly found in meadows and other grasslands throughout the UK including the colourful waxcaps and many other fascinating species.
- Over 200 species with clear descriptions of each, and over 1000 photographs.
- Key identification points to help distinguish between similar species.
- Designed to be suitable for the beginner and amateur enthusiast, it will appeal to anyone with an interest in grassland mycology.
- This third edition includes new species and many new photographs.
"l am extremely excited to see that a second edition of the grassland fungi guide has been produced (2020). l had received the excellent first edition (2017) as a Christmas present, and this guide has been used excessively by me in the field. The second edition is even better; containing even more species over a wider area of Monmouthshire (although applicable throughout Britain). lt has certainly helped me increase my identification and knowledge of grassland fungi. What l like about the book is the lack of technical terminology in the species descriptions. It also contains excellent photographs of the fungi showing them at different stages of maturity and the species variations. The guide is easy to use; with each section of the book dedicated to an individual genus. You don't need to be an expert to use this book, but under its guidance you will quickly become addicted to the wonderful world of grassland fungi."
– Viv Green, Gwent Wildlife Trust ecological surveyor, Nature Matters, 2021
"The fungi of grasslands are an important component of modern day ecological studies, with our grasslands under increasing threat, so this book represents a timely introduction to the subject. [...] A succinct description is given, often with numerous colour photographs which are mostly of excellent quality. Spore colour is given but the spore size, shape or ornamentation is sadly missing with any other microscopy. [...] The nomenclature is admirably up to date [...] an interesting, topical and useful book with a few points which might usefully be changed in any future edition. I am sure it will prove a popular book with anyone looking at grassland fungi."
– Geoffrey Kibby, Field Mycology 19(1), January 2019
"[...] This book pulls together experience gained in the still plentiful natural grasslands of the lower Wye Valley. It describes and illustrates most of the species that are identifable in the feld: some 170 species in all. It is clear, not too technical, and very well illustrated with colour images. It will be a boon to any feld worker. The question is this: will it be as useful nationally as it is for the Wye Valley? The answer, perhaps surprisingly, is probably yes. [...] This is a well-produced and much-needed guide to grassland fungi that should be useful to beginners as well as to more experienced feld mycologists. And it should encourage others to become involved in feld survey, or just spotting fungi for fun, which is all to the good."
– Peter Marren, British Wildlife, Volume 29(2)
