QUICK FACT: Related fungi are eaten regionally; this one is small and easily overlooked.

THREATS: Wildfires and destruction of its Nothofagus host trees reduce its habitat.

IMPORTANCE: It influences host dynamics and provides food and microhabitat for local animals and insects.

Photo credit: Tony Young

QUICK FACT: Related fungi are eaten regionally; this one is small and easily overlooked.

THREATS: Wildfires and destruction of its Nothofagus host trees reduce its habitat.

IMPORTANCE: It influences host dynamics and provides food and microhabitat for local animals and insects.

Photo credit: Tony Young