Dr. Jungle's Animal Speak

Posted: 16 Sep 2011 08:23 PM PDT

Umbrella Mushroom or Mottled Mushroom
"Uh oh… looks like rain! Hey wait a minute, what do I care about rain? I can’t get more mottled than I already am!"

The Umbrella Mushroom came by its name because it can turn inside out and look like an

umbrella!

The Umbrella Mushroom, or Discosoma neglecta, is so named because of its umbrella shape. It has an upside down dome shape which makes it have the appearance of an inverted umbrella. However, its middle section tapers down at the edges and is raised in the center… Read More