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Giraffe spots
A species of Peniophora Scientific name : Peniophora albobadia Genus : Peniophora
Giraffe spots, A species of Peniophora
Scientific name: Peniophora albobadia
Genus: Peniophora
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Description
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Giraffe spots can be identified by the appearance of giraffe spots with its epithet (Peniophora albobadia) referring to its white and reddish-brown color. The giraffe spots can be found on decaying wood of hardwood species throughout the year.
Colors
Brown
Bronze
White
Habitat
Deciduous forest
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General Info
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Habitat
Deciduous forest
Growth Form
Saprobic; scattered
Endangered Species
No
Substrate
On wood
Spore Print
White
Species Status
Most commonly found in the United States
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Scientific Classification
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Phylum
Club fungi Class
Mushroom-forming fungi Order
Russulales Family
Peniophoraceae Genus
Peniophora Species
Giraffe spots