Living Nature

[DRAFT-REAL] Ghost Fungus

Ghost Fungus — one of about 80 known bioluminescent fungi. The pale green glow comes from the gills, visible after dark. Toxic — photograph, don't taste.

Omphalotus nidiformis

The Ghost Fungus is one of about 80 known bioluminescent fungi. The pale green glow comes from a chemical reaction in the gills, visible after eyes adjust to full darkness.

It’s toxic — handsome but not edible. Photograph, don’t taste.