Thomas Læssøe - Böcker

An unprecedented two-volume exploration of the fungi of temperate Europe Fungi of Temperate Europe is one of the most comprehensive mycological guides ever published. Featuring more than 7,000 photographs, this lavish two-volume set treats more than 2,800 species of fungi across the region.Including agarics, boletes, chanterelles and morels but also more obscure groups such as cyphelloids, cup fungi, pyrenomycetous fungi and hysterioids, this guide takes an unprecedentedly broad approach to communicating fungal diversity. All species are illustrated with one or more photographs and information is given on morphology, ecology and distribution within temperate Europe. Furthermore, 1,500+ species are discussed as potential look-alikes. The books are divided into eighty “form groups,” each starting with an innovative comparison wheel with guiding photos, distinguishing characteristics and drawings of essential microscopic features. Poisonous and edible species are colour coded within the text.Revealing the world of fungi in all its splendour, Fungi of Temperate Europe is a must-have resource for any amateur or professional mycologist.7,000+ photographs across 1,700 pagesColourful, up-close photos unrivaled by other mycological guidesCoverage for 2,800+ fungal speciesInnovative and accessible system of identification

A beautifully illustrated identification key to the basidiomycotes of temperate EuropeThe basidiomycetes comprise some of the best-known groups in the Kingdom of Fungi, including most mushrooms prized by mushroom hunters. Fungi of Temperate Europe: Keys to the Basidiomycotes covers more than 4,600 species found in the region. These stunningly illustrated scientific keys offer a revolutionary approach to identification. Incisive descriptions provide information on everything from distinguishing characteristics and morphology to ecology and distribution, and each form group begins with an innovative comparison wheel with guiding up-close photos and drawings of essential microscopic features. This is a must-have resource for amateur and professional mycologists alike.Features illustrated ID keys to chanterelles, agarics, boletes, polypores, corticioid fungi, tooth fungi, cyphelloid fungi, club fungi, jelly fungi, puffballs, and many moreIncludes a wealth of photos, comparison wheels, color squares, and line drawingsUses an accessible system that guides you step-by-step to successful identificationAn invaluable companion to the acclaimed two-volume mycological guide, Fungi of Temperate Europe