California Spring Amanita Mushroom Comparison

A comparison of common spring time Amanita mushroom species found in the coastal California woodlands. We look at critical differences between three species: Amanita "gemmata", Amanita ocreata and Amanita vernicoccora. www.scmycoflora.org/genera/amanita/amanita-species.php *WARNING!* This is not intended to be a definitive resource for mushroom identification. One of these species is DEADLY toxic and can KILL YOU if eaten. Never eat a mushroom whose identity you are not absolutely certain of. Consult local experts for ID verification if you're new to this.