A Naturalist’s Guide to the Fungi of Aotearoa New Zealand

A Naturalist’s Guide to the Fungi of Aotearoa New Zealand is an easy-to-use introductory identification guide to the 267 species of New Zealand’s fungi described at species or genus level; perfect for residents and visitors alike.

High quality photographs are accompanied by detailed species descriptions, which include nomenclature, size, identifying characteristics, habitat, possible confusion and edibility or toxicity. The user-friendly introduction gives an overview of what fungi are, how to make a spore print, foraging, taxonomy and naming, plus a glossary.

Ruben Mita is an ecologist and writer living in Poneke Wellington. Growing up in the Waitakere Ranges of Tamaki Makaurau Auckland, he discovered a love of fungi from an early age. He holds degrees in Ecology and Biodiversity, Ecological Restoration, English and Music from Te Herenga Waka University of Wellington, and is also a published poet.