A brief overview of iNaturalist

One can learn a lot about mushrooms and all other forms of life in a particular area through some simple searching using iNaturalist. I use it to upload my mushroom observations and at this point I have logged over 2000 in just the PNW.

Here is a video outlining some of my favorite uses of the site

You might also consider downloading the mobile app which can be really helpful for logging your observations. For mushrooms, it is really important to get a few really clear photographs that include the top and underside of the cap, the stem, and sometimes the general habitat where the mushroom was found.

You can see my specific observations here

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Free members get soil temps, precipitation, and ecoregion data. Pro unlocks the layers that help you narrow down exactly where to look.

  • Historical burn perimeters — find morel habitat fast
  • Tree species maps & timber harvest boundaries
  • Foraging areas with fruiting calendars & conditions
  • Offline maps in the iOS & Android apps

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