24 CHANTERELLE MUSHROOM SPECIES (EASTERN U.S. GUIDE)

Chanterelle mushroom season has arrived! In this comprehensive mushroom identification guide, we explore 24 species of true chanterelle mushrooms (Genus Cantharellus) that can be found throughout the eastern United States. Whether you're a beginner mushroom hunter or an experienced forager, this video will help you learn the differences between golden chanterelles, smooth chanterelles, red chanterelles, ghost chanterelles, Appalachian chanterelles, and many other fascinating species. You'll learn: 🍄 What makes a true chanterelle mushroom 🍄 How chanterelles differ from dangerous lookalikes 🍄 Which species grow with oak, beech, hemlock, pine, and other trees 🍄 The major subgenera of Cantharellus 🍄 Distribution and habitat preferences of eastern North American chanterelles 🍄 Newly described chanterelle species 🍄 Why many older mushroom field guides are now outdated Chanterelles are among the most sought-after edible mushrooms in North America. Their fruity aroma, beautiful colors, and tendency to grow in large numbers make them a favorite among mushroom hunters every summer. Species covered: 🍄 European Golden Chanterelle (Cantharellus cibarius) 🍄 Newfoundland Chanterelle (Cantharellus enelensis) 🍄 Appalachian Chanterelle (Cantharellus appalachiensis) 🍄 Ghost Chanterelle (Cantharellus phasmatis) 🍄 Chicago Chanterelle (Cantharellus chicagoensis) 🍄 Lewis's Chanterelle (Cantharellus lewisii) 🍄 Velvety Chanterelle (Cantharellus velutinus) 🍄 Deceptive Chanterelle (Cantharellus deceptivus) 🍄 Midwestern Yellow Chanterelle (Cantharellus flavus) 🍄 Thin-Haired Chanterelle (Cantharellus tenufibulus) 🍄 Long-Stemmed Chanterelle (Cantharellus altipes) 🍄 White Chanterelle (Cantharellus subalbidus) 🍄 Oak-Loving Chanterelle (Cantharellus quercophilus) 🍄 Neighboring Chanterelle (Cantharellus vicinus) 🍄 Red Chanterelle (Cantharellus cinnabarinus) 🍄 Flamingo Chanterelle (Cantharellus coccolobae) 🍄 Red Coral Chanterelle (Cantharellus corallinus) 🍄 Peach Chanterelle (Cantharellus persicinus) 🍄 Texas Chanterelle (Cantharellus texensis) 🍄 Smooth Chanterelle (Cantharellus lateritius) 🍄 Yellow Brick Chanterelle (Cantharellus flavolateritius) 🍄 Small Chanterelle (Cantharellus minor) 🍄 Intense Little Chanterelle (Cantharellus intensissimus) 🍄 Slash Pine Chanterelle (Cantharellus tabernensis) ⚠️ Always positively identify mushrooms before consuming. Never eat wild mushrooms unless identification is 100% certain. 👍 Subscribe for more real-world mushroom hunting adventures, foraging trips, and mycology education! Have an impressive or interesting mushroom find you would like to share? Send pictures or video to [email protected] TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Introduction & First Chanterelle of the Year 00:22 Chanterelle Season Begins in Southern Indiana 00:40 What Are True Chanterelles? 01:34 Overview of Eastern U.S. Chanterelle Diversity 01:51 Subgenus Cantharellus (Golden & White Chanterelles) 02:06 Cantharellus cibarius (European Golden Chanterelle) 03:14 Cantharellus enelensis (Newfoundland Chanterelle) 04:03 Cantharellus appalachiensis (Appalachian Chanterelle) 05:05 Cantharellus phasmatis (Ghost Chanterelle) 05:46 Cantharellus chicagoensis 06:23 Cantharellus lewisii 07:05 Cantharellus velutinus 07:39 Cantharellus deceptivus 08:18 Cantharellus flavus 08:57 Cantharellus tenufibulus 09:38 Cantharellus altipes 10:19 Cantharellus subalbidus (White Chanterelle) 11:12 Cantharellus quercophilus (Oak-Loving Chanterelle) 11:55 Cantharellus vicinus 12:35 Sponsor Break 12:48 Subgenus Cinnabarinus (Red Chanterelles) 13:29 Cantharellus cinnabarinus (Red Chanterelle) 14:20 Cantharellus coccolobae (Flamingo Chanterelle) 15:10 Cantharellus corallinus (Red Coral Chanterelle) 15:52 Cantharellus persicinus (Peach Chanterelle) 16:27 Cantharellus texensis (Texas Chanterelle) 17:13 Subgenus Pseudocantharellus (Smooth Chanterelles) 17:18 Cantharellus lateritius (Smooth Chanterelle) 18:15 Cantharellus flavolateritius (Yellow Brick Chanterelle) 18:54 Subgenus Parvocantharellus (Small Chanterelles) 19:19 Cantharellus minor (Small Chanterelle) 20:03 Cantharellus intensissimus 20:39 Cantharellus tabernensis (Slash Pine Chanterelle) 21:25 Final Thoughts & Chanterelle Hunting Tips chanterelle mushroom, chanterelles, cantharellus, mushroom hunting, mushroom identification, mushroom foraging, edible mushrooms, wild mushrooms, mycology, fungi, smooth chanterelle, red chanterelle, ghost chanterelle, peach chanterelle, white chanterelle, mushroom guide, eastern US mushrooms, midwest mushrooms, foraging, wild food, mushroom season, cantharellus appalachiensis, cantharellus cinnabarinus, cantharellus lateritius, mushroom journeys, false chanterelle #foraging #edible mushrooms #fungi #Chanterelle #ChanterelleMushroom #Cantharellus #MushroomHunting #MushroomIdentification #WildMushrooms #Foraging #Mycology #Fungi #EdibleMushrooms #Nature #Forest #MushroomSeason #IndianaMushrooms #MushroomJourneys #gourmetmushrooms #wildedibles #falsechanterelle