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Mushroom foraging in Australia: Is it safe?

Mushroom foraging in Australia: Is it safe?

Australia Explained
9 min
7 May 24
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In Australia, authorities strongly advise against eating mushrooms that have not been expertly identified or purchased from a supermarket or grocer, as some fungi can be toxic or deadly if consumed. In each State and Territory, rules and regulations vary, and mushroom foraging is not allowed in some areas.