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Mushrooms and Other Fungi
 
Picture of Blue Bolbitus mushroom
- Photo by Matt Virta.
Blue Bolbitius (Bolbitius callistus) a rare fungus found at Great Falls Park, Virginia.
The numerous species of fungi found within GWMP have not yet been fully inventoried. During a single weekend in June 2006, a total of 55 fungal species were identified within GWMP.
Great Horned Owl  

Did You Know?
Three kinds of owls make their homes in Rock Creek Park, the Great Horned Owl, the Barred Owl and the little Screech Owl.

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