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Nidulariaceae (Bird’s nest fungi)

Crucibulum laeve. Photo: (c) Steve Reekie, some rights reserved (CC BY-NC)

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The Nidulariaceae (‘nidulus’ - small nest) are a family of fungi in the order Nidulariales. Commonly known as the bird’s nest fungi, their fruiting bodies resemble tiny egg-filled birds’ nests. As they are saprobic, feeding on decomposing organic matter, they are often seen growing on decaying wood and in soils enriched with wood chips or bark mulch; they have a widespread distribution in most ecological regions. The five genera within the family, namely, Crucibulum, Cyathus, Mycocalia,…

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Subtaxa

Genus: Crucibulum

Genus: Nidula

Genus: Cyathus

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