Why families are being urged to look closer on autumn walks
Experts urge families to spot, photograph and enjoy autumn fungi on their doorstep.
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"Every walk becomes interesting and exciting if you're exploring and if you're looking for new things."
— James Benwell , Academic
"It's in Alice in Wonderland, it's in Super Mario Brothers... It's everywhere as part of fairy tales and folklore."
— James Benwell , Academic
"It smells horrible."
— Lucas Large , Academic
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Experts urge families to spot, photograph and enjoy autumn fungi on their doorstep.
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