May 7, 2025 • 39 mins
Welcome to Series Six of the Wildlife Matters podcast!
In this new series, we have many new adventures. Please like and subscribe to join us on an exciting journey as we explore the wonders of nature through nature-based storytelling infused with our firsthand experience and expertise in wildlife and the environment.
Later in series six, prepare to immerse yourself in this thrilling new series as we spend an unforgettable night with wild beavers in the West Country and witness the return of the majestic golden eagles in Southwest Scotland.
The excitement is palpable, and we are eager to share these remarkable adventures with you!
This series promises a rich exploration of nature, from the fabulous common frog to the fascinating dolphins and porpoises that live off the British coastline. We'll also dive into the alarming consequences of Avian Influenza and its devastating impact on our wild seabirds and migratory bird species. We will also explore how it has jumped species to infect seals and their pups.
We are excited to start a new feature based on urban wild spaces.
We begin in the capital, so get ready to experience Wild London. Join us as we spend a night in a cemetery that is an oasis for wildlife, explore an ancient woodland, and learn about some of its best-known wild species deep in South London.
We celebrate the summer solstice with an adventure walk to Glastonbury Tor and celebrate the milestone of the first 50 episodes of the Wildlife Matters podcast.
We'll conclude Series Six with a story around the campfire for the autumn equinox when the nights begin to lengthen and darkness envelops us.
But before that, stay with us as we kick off this series with an enchanting springtime fungi forage. Together, we will search for delectable wild mushrooms you can find now in nature.
Our spring fungi forage will begin later in this podcast.
Takeaways:
- In this episode, we embark on new adventures in wildlife exploration and showcase our journey through nature's wonders.
- The podcast explores the alarming impacts of avian influenza on seabirds and other wildlife species.
- Listeners can anticipate a captivating feature series focused on urban wildlife spaces to experience nature in London.
- Our discussions delve into the importance of choosing native plants to support local ecosystems and wildlife in British gardens.
- The episode highlights the fascinating diversity of shark species in UK waters, enhancing our understanding of marine life.
- We conclude our series with a poignant narrative around the autumn equinox, celebrating the cyclical nature of wildlife and seasons.
Companies mentioned in this episode:
- World Animal Protection
- TV Sid
- Netflix
- Latvian Fund for Nature
Links referenced in this episode:
- wildlife-matters.org
- latvian-fund-for-nature.com
- world-animal-protection.org
- tv-sid.dk
- coquette-island.co.uk
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Saries 6 of the wildlifeMatters podcast and in this series
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we have many new adventures.
So please like and subscribeto join us on our exciting journey
as we explore the wonders ofnature through our nature based storytelling
infused with our firsthandexperience and expertise in wildlife
and nature.
Later in series six, prepareto immerse yourself in the thrilling
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new series as we spend anunforgettable night with wild beavers
in the west country andwitness the return of the majestic
golden eagle in southwest Scotland.
The excitement is palpable andwe are eager to share these remarkable
adventures with you and thisseries six promises a rich exploration
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of nature, from the fabulouscommon frog to the fascinating dolphins
and porpoises that live offthe British coastline.
We'll also dive into somealarming consequences.
Of avian influenza and itsdevastating impact on our wild seabirds
and migratory bird species.
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We will also explore how ithas jumped species to infect seals
and their pups.
And we're excited to start abrand new feature series on urban
wild spaces.
We'll begin in the capital, soget ready to experience wild London
with wildlife.
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Join us as we spend a night ina cemetery that is an oasis of wildlife
and explore an ancientwoodland and learn about some of
the best known wild speciesdeep in South London.
Yes, we celebrate the summersolstice with an adventure Walk to
Glastonbury Tour and celebratethe milestone the first 50 episodes.
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Of the Wildlife Matters podcast.
We'll conclude series six witha story around the campfire for the
autumn equinox when the nightsbegin to lengthen and darkness envelopes
us once again.
But before that, stay with us as.
We kick off this series with an.
Exciting springtime fungalforay as we forage for wild food
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in a woodland.
Together we will search fordelectable wild mushrooms that you
could find right now in Nature.
Our spring fungal foray willbegin later in this podcast, but
first let's delve into some ofthe stories that have caught our
attention in this week'sWildlife Matters Nature News.
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Hello and welcome to this weekare Wildlife Matters Nature News
and our first story is aboutwildlife TV streams that are gaining
popularity in Europe with somecaptivating live streams that are
available for viewing.
From the migrations of Swedishmoose to the heartwarming interactions
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of Mu Daeng in Thailand.
Watching animal live streamsis quickly becoming one of the Internet's
favorite pastimes and thecharm of slow TV that's unhurried,
worried, unscripted broadcastfeaturing migrating animals lies
in its peacefulness.
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There are no plots toanticipate and no pressure to binge
watch, making it a refreshingalternative to social media's fast
paced, algorithm driven natureand the overwhelming selection of
content available forstreaming on Netflix.
In 2024, more than 9 million people.
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Tuned in to Sweden's MooseMigration Live stream.
And in the Netherlands,hundreds of thousands of people eagerly
engaged in the 247 live streamthat enabled bream, pike, bass and
other fish to make springmigrations and then safely allay
their eggs.
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But these aren't the onlyanimal live streams available.
Many are not seasonal either.
Whether you're interested inwatching spring puffins, nesting
eagles, a lazy bear scratchingits back, there are plenty of feel
good animal live streams worthchecking out.
In Denmark, a pair of nestingwhite storks has become an unlikely
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sensation on tv.
Every spring and summer thenational broadcaster TV Sid live
streams a stork nest aroundthe clock, both online and on the
TV.
Over the past 10 years thatthe broadcaster has covered the nest,
the storks have experiencedsignificant change this season.
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Connie and Thorkild hold thespotlight as they tend to their nest
while waiting.
For their eggs to hatch.
Storks breed during spring andsummer, laying.
Eggs at any time between Apriland September.
Once the eggs hatch, the youngstorks will stay in the nest for
a couple of months beforemigrating south, covering distances
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of up to 700km in a day.
This year, only nine pairs ofstorks are nesting in Denmark.
If you're fortunate, you mightwitness a nest changeover between
Connie and Thorp killed, oreven see a baby stork hatch.
You can catch the annualpuffin show on Northumberland's Coquette
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Island.
This charming livestream isonly available for a few months every
year because puffins arestrictly seasonal.
Fortunately, the latest seasonhas just begun, so from March through
to August, puffins arrive onCoquette island, located off the
Northumberland coast, tobreed, nest and show off their antics.
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The camera is positioned abovea burrow, offering a bird's eye view
of these small, charismaticcreatures, often called the clowns
of the sea, as they flap,shuffle and occasionally doze off
while staying.
Rescued bears roam inRomania's peaceful mountain sanctuary
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located in the CarpathianMountains near Zonesti in Romania's
wooded Transylvania region,the Liberty sanctuary is home to
over 100 rescued bears.
Many of these bears werepreviously kept in circuses or confined
in cages, but now they enjoylife roaming through forested enclosures
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enclosures, splashing in poolsand napping in the shade, all of
which can be viewed through alive stream which is available 24
7.
The UK based charity WorldAnimal Protection established the
sanctuary with the Millions of friends.
Association and visitors cantour the sanctuary in person during
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the warmer months but not in winter.
For those who can't travel toRomania to see the birds firsthand,
though, the live stream offersa valuable glimpse into animal rehabilitation
and conservation efforts andyou can watch majestic sea eagles
as they raise their chicks inLatvia High in.
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The spruce tree in Latvia,pair of.
White tailed sea eagles israising chicks and viewers can watch
the entire process unfoldthanks to the Latvian Fund for nature.
In 2014, a nest was discoveredin the Kurzeme district northwest
of Riga.
At that time it was one of.
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Only four known white tailedsea eagle nests in Latvia.
The following year, the eaglesmoved to a neighbouring spruce tree
and a camera was installed tomonitor their activities.
By 2017, the fund hadinstalled solar and methanol fuel
cell batteries to ensure thelivestream operated 24 hours a day
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nearly year round, with only afew hours off during the winter months.
Today there are two dedicatedfan forums.
One is in Latvian and luckilyfor me, the other is in English,
and viewers can discuss theirdaily highlights.
The experience combines dramaand meditation, delivering a powerful
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message about conservation foranyone can contribute to it online.
You'll find links to thewildlife live streams in our show
notes below and WildlifeMatters is not associated with any
live stream providers or thesanctuaries where these animals are
based.
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Our second story is why ChooseNative Plants?
It was written by WildlifeMatters because we were asked to
write a series of articlesfocused on rewilding for gardeners.
We wanted to share just one ofthose articles with you.
Imagine stepping into aBritish garden where wildflowers
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are swaying in the breeze,bees buzz in dappled sunlight, and
ancient hedgerows overflowwith hidden life.
But this isn't a scene from aforgotten countryside.
It's a growing movement that'ssweeping the uk.
Gardeners are transitioningfrom manicured lawns and.
Imported blooms to embrace awider, richer tapestry, one that
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is deeply rooted in our native heritage.
The wilding revolution is morethan just a trend.
It represents an inspiring andheartfelt response to the ecological
crises and a call.
To reconnect with the land'soriginal beauty.
So why are so many people turning.
Their backs on neatly trimmedbox hedges to nurture brambles, nettles
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and native meadows?
The answer lies in apassionate rediscovery.
Of what it truly means tobelong to the landscape.
Native plants are the unsungheroes of British gardens.
They have evolved overmillennia alongside our wildlife,
forming intricaterelationships with insects, birds
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and mammals.
And unlike exotic plants, ournative species provide the food and
shelter local wildlife needs.
For example, the humble nettleis a vital nursery for butterflies
such as the peacocks and thesmall tortoise shell.
By planting a nativewildflowers, shrubs and trees, gardeners
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can offer lifelines toendangered species.
Scientific studies have shownthat gardens that are rich in native
plants support significantlymore insect and bird life than those
filled with exotic species.
So when you're next down atthe garden center buying some plants,
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do consider choosing a native species.
This simple change coulddramatically transform a quiet patch
of lawn into a vibrant, livingwildlife refuge.
Our third story today is whichare the most common sharks found
in UK waters?
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Because we had a new reportwhich said that we are more likely
to see sharks from the smallspotted cat shark near the shore
to the sleek blue shark offthe southwest coast.
Although precise populationnumbers for sharks are not, a few
species stand out as the mostcommon in our waters.
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Some can be spotted in shallowareas close to the shore, while others
are primarily found out at sea.
The small spotted cat sharkare commonly found near the UK shores,
often in shallow waters.
Their diet primarily consistsof shellfish and small fish.
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This species was previouslyknown as a lesser spotted dogfish,
so maybe you recognize it bythat name, the blue sharks, which
are particularly abundant inUK waters.
During summer as they travelnorth with the Gulf Stream from the
Caribbean.
These large, sleek sharksfeature a metallic.
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Blue color that helps themblend into the ocean environment.
They are typically spottedaround the southwest coast, usually
more than 10 miles offshore,and the spiny dogfish, also known
as spur dogs, has declined inrecent years due to overfishing.
These bottom dwelling sharkshave slender bodies adorned with
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light white spots.
Spiny dogfish inhabit shallowcoastal waters and feed on fish,
squid, jellyfish and crustaceans.
They can live for 30 to even40 years, although some individuals
have been known to live foreven longer.
So when you're visiting thecoast this spring and summer, do
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keep your eyes open for someof the fascinating small sharks that
call the British coastline home.
And that has been this week'sWildlife Matters Nature News.
If one of our stories hasraised a question or sparked your
interest, please let us knowby leaving us a comment.
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Wherever you get your podcastsor on our social media platforms,
you can contact us also viaour website.
You'll find a link in the show.
Notes on this week's WildlifeMatters Mindful.
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Moments we spend time with a migratory.
Visitor who arrives every spring.
They can be found mainly inthe southeast of Britain in areas
of thick vegetation such asbush, scrub and coppiced woodland.
They are very secretive birds.
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They were once thought to berelated to our native missile song
thrushes and indeed our humble blackbird.
But today their insectablediet has seen them reclassified as
a flycatcher species.
Listen for this distinctivesong when you're out and about in
nature between April and June.
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But now it's time to relax andenjoy the sound of this incredible
bird on this week's WildlifeMatters Mindful Moments.
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Many of you would haverecognized the.
Beautiful song of the nightingale.
A nightingale song is highlycomplex, consisting.
Of individual sounds calledelements that combine.
To form syllables, and thesesyllables are then strung together
to create phrases whichresults ultimately in its beautiful
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song.
Nightingale songs are knownfor their intricate rhythms and varied
tempos.
These birds can create localdialects by imitating and sharing
songs with other nightsingales.
They primarily sing at nightto attract mates as their songs travel
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further in the still night air.
Nighttime singing also allowsthem to advertise.
Their territory some of themigrating females.
Who often travel at nightwhile nightingales.
Sing both during the day andat night.
Their nocturnal singing isespecially prominent during the mating
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season.
And by singing at night, a male.
Asserts their territory, whichdeters other males.
From entering their breeding grounds.
Hope you've enjoyed listeningto the nightingale.
On this week's Wildlife Matters.
Mindful moments and now it'stime on the Wildlife Matters podcast
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to join us on a springadventure as we walk through a woodland
and meadow in search of wild food.
But this is not intended to bea definitive guide, but rather a
beginner friendly introductionto identifying some edible mushrooms
and understanding their rolesin the ecosystem.
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I hope you will learn keyidentification points, avoid common
pitfalls, and exploredifferent habitats as you accompany
me on this walk.
A reminder though, you shouldnever eat a mushroom or any wild
plant or food unless you areentirely confident in your identification.
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And never take all the foragethat you find.
Regardless of the type orspecies, it is essential to leave
some behind for the plants andfungi to survive, regenerate and
provide food for the insectsand wildlife that depend upon them.
And finally, always practiceLeave no Trace principles.
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Leave only footprints, andtake only memories and pictures.
So now, if you're ready, joinme in the woodland for this week's
Wildlife Matters main feature.
A fungi forage in springtime.
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Foraging for mushrooms is apopular topic and I frequently receive
questions about it.
And while it can be anexciting activity, I always approach
it with some caution.
Over time I have developed myunderstanding of wild mushrooms,
but I'm no expert, and I onlyconsume those that I can confidently
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identify.
An accurate identification iscrucial considering There are over
15,000 species of fungi in Britain.
So what exactly are fungi?
They are eukaryotes thatdigest food externally and absorb
nutrients directly throughtheir cell walls, making them unique
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in the biological world.
Most fungi reproduce by sporesand have a phallus composed of microscopic
tubular cells called hyphae.
Fungi, like animals, areheterotrophs, obtaining their carbon
and energy from other organisms.
Some fungi, known asbiotrophs, feed on living hosts,
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while others, such assaprotrophs, feed on dead and decaying
plants and animals.
There are also fungi thatinfect a host and kill host cells
to obtain their nutrients, andthese are known as necrotrophs.
Fungi were once consideredprimitive members of the plant kingdom,
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only slightly more advancedthan bacteria.
We now know that fungi are notprimitive at all.
Recent taxonomic treatmentsshow that fungi and animals belong
to Opisthoconta.
While fungi may not be yournext of kin, they are more closely
related to animals than theyare to plants.
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Scientists now recognize thatorganisms traditionally studied as
fungi belong to threeunrelated groups, the true fungi
in kingdom or Umicota, theUmassites and the slime moult.
Spring is animal Excellenttime to find fabulous fungi when
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you're walking in nature orsometimes in your own garden.
We are at one of our favorite.
Spots today hoping to findsome fabulous spring fungi.
Some of these mushrooms areedible, while others are not, but
all are worth searching forfrom April through to May.
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As we walk along the tracklined with beautiful old hedgerows,
I spot the first mushroom ofthe day.
Since it's late April andWe've recently celebrated St.
George's Day here in England,the name of the first mushroom we've
found today is the St.
George's mushroom.
The Latin name is Colocybegamboa and I can confidently identify
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is a relatively sizable allwhite mushroom with a distinctive
smell that some say isreminiscent of cucumber.
There are very few large allwhite mushrooms around in the springtime
and this along with theirhabit of growing in rings and the
distinctive smell make themrelatively easy to identify.
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They are edible and they canbe used wherever a store bought white
mushroom could be used.
They don't have a strongflavour so use them in a Bolognese
or a lasagna type meal with atasty sauce.
I will be putting some ofthese into my foraging sack today.
The next mushroom is one ofthe top three or so finds for all
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wild foodies.
The not so common MorelMushroom the common morel mushroom
season runs from March toaround May, with most being found
in the late spring.
Morel mushrooms can often befound after rain as they must have
moisture to start fruiting.
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The morel doesn't look like atypical mushroom.
Its cap looks like a pittedsponge or a honeycomb that is not
separable from the stalk atthe base.
The cap is commonly ayellowish brown to grey brown color,
however, that can vary fromblack right the way through to yellow.
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The cap is rounded, oval orsometimes even conical in shape.
It sits on a whitish, stout,creamy stem that quickly becomes
hollow.
The common morel mushroom canrange from about 3 to 20 cm in height,
although a typical mushroom isaround middle of that at about 10
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cm tall.
In their natural habitat,morels can be found in woodland or
under copses or broadleaved trees.
They have their favouritetrees and are.
Often seen around decayingelm, ash, poplar and apple trees.
Other areas where morels arelikely to be found include south
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facing slopes, burnt groundand woodland areas disturbed by felling
or clearing.
I always check the woodlandedges and hedgerows for the best
chance of finding them here.
These mushrooms are highlydesired ingredients among professional
chefs and food enthusiasts.
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Still, we aren't the onlycreatures that consider this mushroom
a gourmet one, and manyinsects do as well.
So if you are lucky enough tofind some, make sure to gently shake
out anything living in thereand dust off any soil or dust that
might be clinging to the base.
Please try to avoid washing them.
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Morels have an earthy, nuttyflavor and a really meaty texture.
They are high in antioxidants,low in calories and high in fiber
and protein.
You must always cook morels asthey contain small amounts of hydrazine,
a poisonous inorganiccompound, and they could damage your
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liver or even worse.
But cooking removes the toxinand most people will cook at a high
heat for a short period,serving simply with herbs and a good
olive oil.
There are many types of morelsthat can be found in Britain.
Most of them are located inwoods, particularly beside woodland
tracks, and found during the springtime.
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Another morel you may see atthis time of year is the black morel.
It's another delicious morelfound throughout southern England
for many years.
But here is one of my bestforaging tips.
Especially if you live in anurban area, keep your eyes peeled
when you are in gardens, parksor anywhere.
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Bark mulch has been applied tominimize the need for weeding.
You see, black morelssometimes appear in large numbers
on bark or wood chips.
However, their presence in oneyear does not guarantee that they
will return in the following years.
This Ascomicetos mushroom isrelatively common in South Wales.
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It's rare in the north ofEngland and Scotland though.
However, a pale violetvariety, Morchella illata avar purple
ascens, has been found in Scotland.
Swedish mycologist EliasMagnus Friess scientifically described
the black morel in Europe in1822, calling it Morcella illata.
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The generic name morcella isbelieved to derive from moschel,
an old German word meaning mushroom.
At the same time, the specificepiphat elata is Latin and means
tall, elongated, or perhapsthat should just be elated.
Like the common morels,though, black morels must always
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be cooked and thoroughly,otherwise they can cause severe stomach
pains and sickness.
Understanding the significanceof accurate identification in foraging
is crucial.
Before picking and definitelybefore consuming any mushroom or
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wild plant you find, you mustbe confident about what you found.
This caution is key to a safeand enjoyable foraging experience.
There is a mushroom known asthe false morel and it resembles
the edible variety butfeatures a jelly like cap lacking
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the honeycomb structure and istypically a more reddish brown overall.
The false morel,scientifically known as Gyrometra
esculenta, is a mushroomspecies that closely resembles the
edible morel, but it is atoxic and potentially lethal if it
is consumed in quantity.
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False morels typically willfruit in the same locations and around
the same time of the year asmorels, but in contrast to the true
morels, the fruit bodies offalse morels are wrinkled rather
than honeycomb.
There are three distinctdifferences between false morels
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and true morels and they are one.
The cap of the false morelsfeatures lobes, folds, flaps or wrinkles,
whereas true morels have capswith pits and ridges.
The caps of false morels bulgeoutward instead of being inwardly
pitted.
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The second one is the bottomedge of the cap in a false morel
hangs freely away from thestem, but in true morels the bottom
edge of the cap is attached tothe stem and the third and easiest
way to distinguish between thetwo is by cutting them in half lengthways.
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False morels will show a solidmass inside, whilst true morels are
hollow.
Although false morels arerelatively rare, it is important
to be cautious since theirfruiting season does overlap with
that of the true morel.
One of the best ways to findsome species of fungi is to know
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which types grow together andthe season in which they fruit.
One example is Ceps or Botulusedulis, associated with the Miller
mushroom.
Knowing this is Always goodwhile you're out and about as it
will help you to find more ofwhat you want.
2 Fascinating Cup Typemushrooms that often grow in the
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same habitat as morels are thebleach cup and the vinegar cup, Helvella
accutabulum.
Both are found in the soil ofsheltered woodland areas such as
beech woodlands during springtime.
Personally, I avoid these cupfungi for my pot as there are conflicting
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reports from various sources.
Some claim they are edible,while others say they are inedible
and even suggest that they aremildly toxic.
As you will hear mecontinually saying when foraging
for fungi, always leave somemushrooms on the ground and never
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eat anything.
You cannot be sure of itsidentity, so we will be giving both
of these cup fungi and miss them.
I wanted to search for aparticular type of cup fungi though
as they look and smell so different.
The bleach cup's common namederives from the smell of a fresh
specimen.
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You won't catch the scent onthe breeze, but if you open the mushroom
with your knife and take adeep sniff, you'll instantly recognize
the chemical like odor of bleach.
If De Mestos made mushroomsthen this would be what they smelt
like.
They smell clean.
The vinegar cup is a verygoblet like in shape, featuring distinctive
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veiny ribs around the tancolored cup.
This is best described as acabbage like, hence its common name
cabbage leaf Helvella.
It's not uncommon for the samemushroom or plant to have multiple
names, often varying regionally.
In Britain, for example, thevinegar cup is the brown ribbed elfin
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cup.
In the Southwest, depending onthe season or time of year and the
habitat, you can find avariety of mushrooms plants.
It's all about what comestogether to create biodiversity within
your specific habitat.
Knowing that these cutmushrooms would be in the same habitat,
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finding and picturing them wasfun and exciting.
The main reason I was at theedge of a woodland in May was to
find one of my favorite andtastiest treats for a wild foodie,
the wonderful morel.
There is no better way to endthis forage than by setting a small
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fire, placing my iron gridover it and filling my kettle for
a brew.
I've given the insects time toescape from the morels, but I still
give them an extra shake justto be sure, and then slice them into
halves or quarters.
My pan has a little good olive oil.
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Once it's almost smoking, Iadd the morels and cook on a high
heat for four or five minutesbefore adding fresh sage and thyme.
Although other herbs could beused and seasoned with salt and black
pepper.
A rich dark coffee accompaniesa wild and seasonal brunch that would
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satisfy the most ardent ofwild foodies.
Before wiping the pan with thecrust of my bread, after I clear
away my plate, cup and pan andensuring that the embers of the fire
are covered with the dark,rich smelling forest soil, I glance
back never forgetting to leaveno trace.
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Days like today create a rich diversity.
Of experiences, nurturing ourminds and bodies and allowing us
to feel truly sustained andfulfilled by living close to nature
and in tune with the seasonsof the natural world.
I hope you've enjoyed our wildfungal foray this springtime on this
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week's Wildlife Matters main feature.
Well, I hope you enjoyed ourwild food foray through woodland
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adjacent to a historic commonand meadows.
The exploring a wonderfulkaleidoscope of habitats and species
is always a journey ofdiscovery and adventure.
We hope you enjoy looking forwild foods in your patch.
We recommend you join a localforager and walk with them.
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I've always enjoyed andbenefited from doing this.
It is where I got theconfidence to eat some of the wild
food I found and could be surewhat it was.
We would love to hear aboutyour own wildlife walks and adventures,
so if you have any audio ofwildlife or nature that you feel
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others will enjoy.
In our mindful moments, thenplease do send us an audio file.
Please only send originalaudio you have recorded or you have
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Thank you.
While we were between serieswe shared a few of our most popular
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Many of you were unaware thatwe have over 60 published episodes
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We hope our new listenersenjoy exploring our bat catalogue.
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us to audiences around the world.
More recently though, ourintroduction to British bats and
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We hope you will enjoy the newand diverse range of wildlife and
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Our new Series 6 is ourstrongest yet.
A big thank you to those who.
Have sent us messages andshares, shared comments.
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Thank you for taking the timeto join us today.
We hope there is somethingthat you can take away and share
with others for this and everyepisode that we make.
Wildlife Matters will returnin two weeks and we will be looking
into one of the most lovedamphibians, the common frog.
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Of course, we will be spendingtime in nature with mindful moments
and sharing the latest storiesfrom the world of wildlife and nature
in Wildlife Matters.
Nature News.
So until then, stay curious,wild ones.
This is Wildlife Matterssigning off.
Saries 6 of the wildlifeMatters podcast and in this series
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we have many new adventures.
So please like and subscribeto join us on our exciting journey
as we explore the wonders ofnature through our nature based storytelling
infused with our firsthandexperience and expertise in wildlife
and nature.
Later in series six, prepareto immerse yourself in the thrilling
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new series as we spend anunforgettable night with wild beavers
in the west country andwitness the return of the majestic
golden eagle in southwest Scotland.
The excitement is palpable andwe are eager to share these remarkable
adventures with you and thisseries six promises a rich exploration
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of nature, from the fabulouscommon frog to the fascinating dolphins
and porpoises that live offthe British coastline.
We'll also dive into somealarming consequences.
Of avian influenza and itsdevastating impact on our wild seabirds
and migratory bird species.
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We will also explore how ithas jumped species to infect seals
and their pups.
And we're excited to start abrand new feature series on urban
wild spaces.
We'll begin in the capital, soget ready to experience wild London
with wildlife.
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Join us as we spend a night ina cemetery that is an oasis of wildlife
and explore an ancientwoodland and learn about some of
the best known wild speciesdeep in South London.
Yes, we celebrate the summersolstice with an adventure Walk to
Glastonbury Tour and celebratethe milestone the first 50 episodes.
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Of the Wildlife Matters podcast.
We'll conclude series six witha story around the campfire for the
autumn equinox when the nightsbegin to lengthen and darkness envelopes
us once again.
But before that, stay with us as.
We kick off this series with an.
Exciting springtime fungalforay as we forage for wild food
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in a woodland.
Together we will search fordelectable wild mushrooms that you
could find right now in Nature.
Our spring fungal foray willbegin later in this podcast, but
first let's delve into some ofthe stories that have caught our
attention in this week'sWildlife Matters Nature News.
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Hello and welcome to this weekare Wildlife Matters Nature News
and our first story is aboutwildlife TV streams that are gaining
popularity in Europe with somecaptivating live streams that are
available for viewing.
From the migrations of Swedishmoose to the heartwarming interactions
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of Mu Daeng in Thailand.
Watching animal live streamsis quickly becoming one of the Internet's
favorite pastimes and thecharm of slow TV that's unhurried,
worried, unscripted broadcastfeaturing migrating animals lies
in its peacefulness.
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There are no plots toanticipate and no pressure to binge
watch, making it a refreshingalternative to social media's fast
paced, algorithm driven natureand the overwhelming selection of
content available forstreaming on Netflix.
In 2024, more than 9 million people.
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Tuned in to Sweden's MooseMigration Live stream.
And in the Netherlands,hundreds of thousands of people eagerly
engaged in the 247 live streamthat enabled bream, pike, bass and
other fish to make springmigrations and then safely allay
their eggs.
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But these aren't the onlyanimal live streams available.
Many are not seasonal either.
Whether you're interested inwatching spring puffins, nesting
eagles, a lazy bear scratchingits back, there are plenty of feel
good animal live streams worthchecking out.
In Denmark, a pair of nestingwhite storks has become an unlikely
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sensation on tv.
Every spring and summer thenational broadcaster TV Sid live
streams a stork nest aroundthe clock, both online and on the
TV.
Over the past 10 years thatthe broadcaster has covered the nest,
the storks have experiencedsignificant change this season.
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Connie and Thorkild hold thespotlight as they tend to their nest
while waiting.
For their eggs to hatch.
Storks breed during spring andsummer, laying.
Eggs at any time between Apriland September.
Once the eggs hatch, the youngstorks will stay in the nest for
a couple of months beforemigrating south, covering distances
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of up to 700km in a day.
This year, only nine pairs ofstorks are nesting in Denmark.
If you're fortunate, you mightwitness a nest changeover between
Connie and Thorp killed, oreven see a baby stork hatch.
You can catch the annualpuffin show on Northumberland's Coquette
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Island.
This charming livestream isonly available for a few months every
year because puffins arestrictly seasonal.
Fortunately, the latest seasonhas just begun, so from March through
to August, puffins arrive onCoquette island, located off the
Northumberland coast, tobreed, nest and show off their antics.
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The camera is positioned abovea burrow, offering a bird's eye view
of these small, charismaticcreatures, often called the clowns
of the sea, as they flap,shuffle and occasionally doze off
while staying.
Rescued bears roam inRomania's peaceful mountain sanctuary
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located in the CarpathianMountains near Zonesti in Romania's
wooded Transylvania region,the Liberty sanctuary is home to
over 100 rescued bears.
Many of these bears werepreviously kept in circuses or confined
in cages, but now they enjoylife roaming through forested enclosures
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enclosures, splashing in poolsand napping in the shade, all of
which can be viewed through alive stream which is available 24
7.
The UK based charity WorldAnimal Protection established the
sanctuary with the Millions of friends.
Association and visitors cantour the sanctuary in person during
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the warmer months but not in winter.
For those who can't travel toRomania to see the birds firsthand,
though, the live stream offersa valuable glimpse into animal rehabilitation
and conservation efforts andyou can watch majestic sea eagles
as they raise their chicks inLatvia High in.
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The spruce tree in Latvia,pair of.
White tailed sea eagles israising chicks and viewers can watch
the entire process unfoldthanks to the Latvian Fund for nature.
In 2014, a nest was discoveredin the Kurzeme district northwest
of Riga.
At that time it was one of.
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Only four known white tailedsea eagle nests in Latvia.
The following year, the eaglesmoved to a neighbouring spruce tree
and a camera was installed tomonitor their activities.
By 2017, the fund hadinstalled solar and methanol fuel
cell batteries to ensure thelivestream operated 24 hours a day
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nearly year round, with only afew hours off during the winter months.
Today there are two dedicatedfan forums.
One is in Latvian and luckilyfor me, the other is in English,
and viewers can discuss theirdaily highlights.
The experience combines dramaand meditation, delivering a powerful
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message about conservation foranyone can contribute to it online.
You'll find links to thewildlife live streams in our show
notes below and WildlifeMatters is not associated with any
live stream providers or thesanctuaries where these animals are
based.
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Our second story is why ChooseNative Plants?
It was written by WildlifeMatters because we were asked to
write a series of articlesfocused on rewilding for gardeners.
We wanted to share just one ofthose articles with you.
Imagine stepping into aBritish garden where wildflowers
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are swaying in the breeze,bees buzz in dappled sunlight, and
ancient hedgerows overflowwith hidden life.
But this isn't a scene from aforgotten countryside.
It's a growing movement that'ssweeping the uk.
Gardeners are transitioningfrom manicured lawns and.
Imported blooms to embrace awider, richer tapestry, one that
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is deeply rooted in our native heritage.
The wilding revolution is morethan just a trend.
It represents an inspiring andheartfelt response to the ecological
crises and a call.
To reconnect with the land'soriginal beauty.
So why are so many people turning.
Their backs on neatly trimmedbox hedges to nurture brambles, nettles
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and native meadows?
The answer lies in apassionate rediscovery.
Of what it truly means tobelong to the landscape.
Native plants are the unsungheroes of British gardens.
They have evolved overmillennia alongside our wildlife,
forming intricaterelationships with insects, birds
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and mammals.
And unlike exotic plants, ournative species provide the food and
shelter local wildlife needs.
For example, the humble nettleis a vital nursery for butterflies
such as the peacocks and thesmall tortoise shell.
By planting a nativewildflowers, shrubs and trees, gardeners
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can offer lifelines toendangered species.
Scientific studies have shownthat gardens that are rich in native
plants support significantlymore insect and bird life than those
filled with exotic species.
So when you're next down atthe garden center buying some plants,
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do consider choosing a native species.
This simple change coulddramatically transform a quiet patch
of lawn into a vibrant, livingwildlife refuge.
Our third story today is whichare the most common sharks found
in UK waters?
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Because we had a new reportwhich said that we are more likely
to see sharks from the smallspotted cat shark near the shore
to the sleek blue shark offthe southwest coast.
Although precise populationnumbers for sharks are not, a few
species stand out as the mostcommon in our waters.
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Some can be spotted in shallowareas close to the shore, while others
are primarily found out at sea.
The small spotted cat sharkare commonly found near the UK shores,
often in shallow waters.
Their diet primarily consistsof shellfish and small fish.
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This species was previouslyknown as a lesser spotted dogfish,
so maybe you recognize it bythat name, the blue sharks, which
are particularly abundant inUK waters.
During summer as they travelnorth with the Gulf Stream from the
Caribbean.
These large, sleek sharksfeature a metallic.
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Blue color that helps themblend into the ocean environment.
They are typically spottedaround the southwest coast, usually
more than 10 miles offshore,and the spiny dogfish, also known
as spur dogs, has declined inrecent years due to overfishing.
These bottom dwelling sharkshave slender bodies adorned with
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light white spots.
Spiny dogfish inhabit shallowcoastal waters and feed on fish,
squid, jellyfish and crustaceans.
They can live for 30 to even40 years, although some individuals
have been known to live foreven longer.
So when you're visiting thecoast this spring and summer, do
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keep your eyes open for someof the fascinating small sharks that
call the British coastline home.
And that has been this week'sWildlife Matters Nature News.
If one of our stories hasraised a question or sparked your
interest, please let us knowby leaving us a comment.
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Wherever you get your podcastsor on our social media platforms,
you can contact us also viaour website.
You'll find a link in the show.
Notes on this week's WildlifeMatters Mindful.
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Moments we spend time with a migratory.
Visitor who arrives every spring.
They can be found mainly inthe southeast of Britain in areas
of thick vegetation such asbush, scrub and coppiced woodland.
They are very secretive birds.
(15:24):
They were once thought to berelated to our native missile song
thrushes and indeed our humble blackbird.
But today their insectablediet has seen them reclassified as
a flycatcher species.
Listen for this distinctivesong when you're out and about in
nature between April and June.
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But now it's time to relax andenjoy the sound of this incredible
bird on this week's WildlifeMatters Mindful Moments.
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Many of you would haverecognized the.
Beautiful song of the nightingale.
A nightingale song is highlycomplex, consisting.
Of individual sounds calledelements that combine.
To form syllables, and thesesyllables are then strung together
to create phrases whichresults ultimately in its beautiful
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song.
Nightingale songs are knownfor their intricate rhythms and varied
tempos.
These birds can create localdialects by imitating and sharing
songs with other nightsingales.
They primarily sing at nightto attract mates as their songs travel
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further in the still night air.
Nighttime singing also allowsthem to advertise.
Their territory some of themigrating females.
Who often travel at nightwhile nightingales.
Sing both during the day andat night.
Their nocturnal singing isespecially prominent during the mating
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season.
And by singing at night, a male.
Asserts their territory, whichdeters other males.
From entering their breeding grounds.
Hope you've enjoyed listeningto the nightingale.
On this week's Wildlife Matters.
Mindful moments and now it'stime on the Wildlife Matters podcast
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to join us on a springadventure as we walk through a woodland
and meadow in search of wild food.
But this is not intended to bea definitive guide, but rather a
beginner friendly introductionto identifying some edible mushrooms
and understanding their rolesin the ecosystem.
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I hope you will learn keyidentification points, avoid common
pitfalls, and exploredifferent habitats as you accompany
me on this walk.
A reminder though, you shouldnever eat a mushroom or any wild
plant or food unless you areentirely confident in your identification.
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And never take all the foragethat you find.
Regardless of the type orspecies, it is essential to leave
some behind for the plants andfungi to survive, regenerate and
provide food for the insectsand wildlife that depend upon them.
And finally, always practiceLeave no Trace principles.
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Leave only footprints, andtake only memories and pictures.
So now, if you're ready, joinme in the woodland for this week's
Wildlife Matters main feature.
A fungi forage in springtime.
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Foraging for mushrooms is apopular topic and I frequently receive
questions about it.
And while it can be anexciting activity, I always approach
it with some caution.
Over time I have developed myunderstanding of wild mushrooms,
but I'm no expert, and I onlyconsume those that I can confidently
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identify.
An accurate identification iscrucial considering There are over
15,000 species of fungi in Britain.
So what exactly are fungi?
They are eukaryotes thatdigest food externally and absorb
nutrients directly throughtheir cell walls, making them unique
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in the biological world.
Most fungi reproduce by sporesand have a phallus composed of microscopic
tubular cells called hyphae.
Fungi, like animals, areheterotrophs, obtaining their carbon
and energy from other organisms.
Some fungi, known asbiotrophs, feed on living hosts,
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while others, such assaprotrophs, feed on dead and decaying
plants and animals.
There are also fungi thatinfect a host and kill host cells
to obtain their nutrients, andthese are known as necrotrophs.
Fungi were once consideredprimitive members of the plant kingdom,
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only slightly more advancedthan bacteria.
We now know that fungi are notprimitive at all.
Recent taxonomic treatmentsshow that fungi and animals belong
to Opisthoconta.
While fungi may not be yournext of kin, they are more closely
related to animals than theyare to plants.
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Scientists now recognize thatorganisms traditionally studied as
fungi belong to threeunrelated groups, the true fungi
in kingdom or Umicota, theUmassites and the slime moult.
Spring is animal Excellenttime to find fabulous fungi when
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you're walking in nature orsometimes in your own garden.
We are at one of our favorite.
Spots today hoping to findsome fabulous spring fungi.
Some of these mushrooms areedible, while others are not, but
all are worth searching forfrom April through to May.
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As we walk along the tracklined with beautiful old hedgerows,
I spot the first mushroom ofthe day.
Since it's late April andWe've recently celebrated St.
George's Day here in England,the name of the first mushroom we've
found today is the St.
George's mushroom.
The Latin name is Colocybegamboa and I can confidently identify
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is a relatively sizable allwhite mushroom with a distinctive
smell that some say isreminiscent of cucumber.
There are very few large allwhite mushrooms around in the springtime
and this along with theirhabit of growing in rings and the
distinctive smell make themrelatively easy to identify.
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They are edible and they canbe used wherever a store bought white
mushroom could be used.
They don't have a strongflavour so use them in a Bolognese
or a lasagna type meal with atasty sauce.
I will be putting some ofthese into my foraging sack today.
The next mushroom is one ofthe top three or so finds for all
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wild foodies.
The not so common MorelMushroom the common morel mushroom
season runs from March toaround May, with most being found
in the late spring.
Morel mushrooms can often befound after rain as they must have
moisture to start fruiting.
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The morel doesn't look like atypical mushroom.
Its cap looks like a pittedsponge or a honeycomb that is not
separable from the stalk atthe base.
The cap is commonly ayellowish brown to grey brown color,
however, that can vary fromblack right the way through to yellow.
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The cap is rounded, oval orsometimes even conical in shape.
It sits on a whitish, stout,creamy stem that quickly becomes
hollow.
The common morel mushroom canrange from about 3 to 20 cm in height,
although a typical mushroom isaround middle of that at about 10
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cm tall.
In their natural habitat,morels can be found in woodland or
under copses or broadleaved trees.
They have their favouritetrees and are.
Often seen around decayingelm, ash, poplar and apple trees.
Other areas where morels arelikely to be found include south
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facing slopes, burnt groundand woodland areas disturbed by felling
or clearing.
I always check the woodlandedges and hedgerows for the best
chance of finding them here.
These mushrooms are highlydesired ingredients among professional
chefs and food enthusiasts.
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Still, we aren't the onlycreatures that consider this mushroom
a gourmet one, and manyinsects do as well.
So if you are lucky enough tofind some, make sure to gently shake
out anything living in thereand dust off any soil or dust that
might be clinging to the base.
Please try to avoid washing them.
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Morels have an earthy, nuttyflavor and a really meaty texture.
They are high in antioxidants,low in calories and high in fiber
and protein.
You must always cook morels asthey contain small amounts of hydrazine,
a poisonous inorganiccompound, and they could damage your
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liver or even worse.
But cooking removes the toxinand most people will cook at a high
heat for a short period,serving simply with herbs and a good
olive oil.
There are many types of morelsthat can be found in Britain.
Most of them are located inwoods, particularly beside woodland
tracks, and found during the springtime.
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Another morel you may see atthis time of year is the black morel.
It's another delicious morelfound throughout southern England
for many years.
But here is one of my bestforaging tips.
Especially if you live in anurban area, keep your eyes peeled
when you are in gardens, parksor anywhere.
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Bark mulch has been applied tominimize the need for weeding.
You see, black morelssometimes appear in large numbers
on bark or wood chips.
However, their presence in oneyear does not guarantee that they
will return in the following years.
This Ascomicetos mushroom isrelatively common in South Wales.
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It's rare in the north ofEngland and Scotland though.
However, a pale violetvariety, Morchella illata avar purple
ascens, has been found in Scotland.
Swedish mycologist EliasMagnus Friess scientifically described
the black morel in Europe in1822, calling it Morcella illata.
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The generic name morcella isbelieved to derive from moschel,
an old German word meaning mushroom.
At the same time, the specificepiphat elata is Latin and means
tall, elongated, or perhapsthat should just be elated.
Like the common morels,though, black morels must always
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be cooked and thoroughly,otherwise they can cause severe stomach
pains and sickness.
Understanding the significanceof accurate identification in foraging
is crucial.
Before picking and definitelybefore consuming any mushroom or
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wild plant you find, you mustbe confident about what you found.
This caution is key to a safeand enjoyable foraging experience.
There is a mushroom known asthe false morel and it resembles
the edible variety butfeatures a jelly like cap lacking
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the honeycomb structure and istypically a more reddish brown overall.
The false morel,scientifically known as Gyrometra
esculenta, is a mushroomspecies that closely resembles the
edible morel, but it is atoxic and potentially lethal if it
is consumed in quantity.
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False morels typically willfruit in the same locations and around
the same time of the year asmorels, but in contrast to the true
morels, the fruit bodies offalse morels are wrinkled rather
than honeycomb.
There are three distinctdifferences between false morels
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and true morels and they are one.
The cap of the false morelsfeatures lobes, folds, flaps or wrinkles,
whereas true morels have capswith pits and ridges.
The caps of false morels bulgeoutward instead of being inwardly
pitted.
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The second one is the bottomedge of the cap in a false morel
hangs freely away from thestem, but in true morels the bottom
edge of the cap is attached tothe stem and the third and easiest
way to distinguish between thetwo is by cutting them in half lengthways.
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False morels will show a solidmass inside, whilst true morels are
hollow.
Although false morels arerelatively rare, it is important
to be cautious since theirfruiting season does overlap with
that of the true morel.
One of the best ways to findsome species of fungi is to know
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which types grow together andthe season in which they fruit.
One example is Ceps or Botulusedulis, associated with the Miller
mushroom.
Knowing this is Always goodwhile you're out and about as it
will help you to find more ofwhat you want.
2 Fascinating Cup Typemushrooms that often grow in the
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same habitat as morels are thebleach cup and the vinegar cup, Helvella
accutabulum.
Both are found in the soil ofsheltered woodland areas such as
beech woodlands during springtime.
Personally, I avoid these cupfungi for my pot as there are conflicting
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reports from various sources.
Some claim they are edible,while others say they are inedible
and even suggest that they aremildly toxic.
As you will hear mecontinually saying when foraging
for fungi, always leave somemushrooms on the ground and never
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eat anything.
You cannot be sure of itsidentity, so we will be giving both
of these cup fungi and miss them.
I wanted to search for aparticular type of cup fungi though
as they look and smell so different.
The bleach cup's common namederives from the smell of a fresh
specimen.
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You won't catch the scent onthe breeze, but if you open the mushroom
with your knife and take adeep sniff, you'll instantly recognize
the chemical like odor of bleach.
If De Mestos made mushroomsthen this would be what they smelt
like.
They smell clean.
The vinegar cup is a verygoblet like in shape, featuring distinctive
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veiny ribs around the tancolored cup.
This is best described as acabbage like, hence its common name
cabbage leaf Helvella.
It's not uncommon for the samemushroom or plant to have multiple
names, often varying regionally.
In Britain, for example, thevinegar cup is the brown ribbed elfin
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cup.
In the Southwest, depending onthe season or time of year and the
habitat, you can find avariety of mushrooms plants.
It's all about what comestogether to create biodiversity within
your specific habitat.
Knowing that these cutmushrooms would be in the same habitat,
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finding and picturing them wasfun and exciting.
The main reason I was at theedge of a woodland in May was to
find one of my favorite andtastiest treats for a wild foodie,
the wonderful morel.
There is no better way to endthis forage than by setting a small
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fire, placing my iron gridover it and filling my kettle for
a brew.
I've given the insects time toescape from the morels, but I still
give them an extra shake justto be sure, and then slice them into
halves or quarters.
My pan has a little good olive oil.
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Once it's almost smoking, Iadd the morels and cook on a high
heat for four or five minutesbefore adding fresh sage and thyme.
Although other herbs could beused and seasoned with salt and black
pepper.
A rich dark coffee accompaniesa wild and seasonal brunch that would
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satisfy the most ardent ofwild foodies.
Before wiping the pan with thecrust of my bread, after I clear
away my plate, cup and pan andensuring that the embers of the fire
are covered with the dark,rich smelling forest soil, I glance
back never forgetting to leaveno trace.
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Days like today create a rich diversity.
Of experiences, nurturing ourminds and bodies and allowing us
to feel truly sustained andfulfilled by living close to nature
and in tune with the seasonsof the natural world.
I hope you've enjoyed our wildfungal foray this springtime on this
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week's Wildlife Matters main feature.
Well, I hope you enjoyed ourwild food foray through woodland
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adjacent to a historic commonand meadows.
The exploring a wonderfulkaleidoscope of habitats and species
is always a journey ofdiscovery and adventure.
We hope you enjoy looking forwild foods in your patch.
We recommend you join a localforager and walk with them.
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I've always enjoyed andbenefited from doing this.
It is where I got theconfidence to eat some of the wild
food I found and could be surewhat it was.
We would love to hear aboutyour own wildlife walks and adventures,
so if you have any audio ofwildlife or nature that you feel
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others will enjoy.
In our mindful moments, thenplease do send us an audio file.
Please only send originalaudio you have recorded or you have
permission to use and we willalways credit the content creator.
Thank you.
While we were between serieswe shared a few of our most popular
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back episodes and the responsefrom some of our new listeners has
been so good to receive.
Many of you were unaware thatwe have over 60 published episodes
on our RSS feed since westarted this journey at the end of
2020 21.
We hope our new listenersenjoy exploring our bat catalogue.
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Our Fox is Dangerous is aconstant favorite and it has introduced
us to audiences around the world.
More recently though, ourintroduction to British bats and
the two part seriesintroduction to the Corvids of the
UK have been incrediblypopular and are now right up there
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in our top five mostdownloaded episodes ever.
We hope you will enjoy the newand diverse range of wildlife and
nature content as WildlifeMatters develops and evolves.
Our new Series 6 is ourstrongest yet.
A big thank you to those who.
Have sent us messages andshares, shared comments.
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Thank you for taking the timeto join us today.
We hope there is somethingthat you can take away and share
with others for this and everyepisode that we make.
Wildlife Matters will returnin two weeks and we will be looking
into one of the most lovedamphibians, the common frog.
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Of course, we will be spendingtime in nature with mindful moments
and sharing the latest storiesfrom the world of wildlife and nature
in Wildlife Matters.
Nature News.
So until then, stay curious,wild ones.
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