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Wind Cave National Park
Mushrooms - Fairy Ring Mushroom
 
Fairy-Ring Mushroom, Scotch Bonnets - Marasmius oreades
NPS Photo by Jim Pisarowicz
Fairy-Ring Mushroom, Scotch Bonnets - Marasmius oreades
 
Fairy Ring Mushrooms are widely distributed across North America and are generally found in grassy areas.
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A picture of Alvin McDonald in his caving hat.  

Did You Know?
Alvin McDonald was the first systematic explorer of Wind Cave. He explored the cave from 1890 until his death in 1893.
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Last Updated: September 19, 2007 at 10:49 EST