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Bird’s Nest Fungi (Nidulariaceae)

Yes, they got their names from the fact that they resemble miniature nests containing “eggs.” These eggs are in charge of releasing spores so they’re not just for show. Raindrops falling into the nest-like cups can cause the “eggs” to be projected out, helping to disperse the spores. Not poisonous but not edible either so yeah, give them a hard pass.Bird’s Nest Fungi (Nidulariaceae)