Giraffe Spots
Peniophora albobadia
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Description
Giraffe Spots (Peniophora albobadia) is a decomposer of wood that can be found year-round. It is a crust fungus that features a distinctive pattern reminiscent of giraffe markings in large groups. The margin of the crust is white with a brownish or blackish center. It is a common occurrence in Nebraska woodlands and can be found growing alone or gregariously.
Observations
May 13th, 2024 Fontenelle Forest

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- Growing on fallen Northern Red Oak twigs in low spring fed oak woodland draw.
References
Emberger, G. (2025). Peniophora albobadia. Messiah.edu. https://www.messiah.edu/Oakes/fungi_on_wood/crust%20and%20parchment/species%20pages/Peniophora%20albobadia.html