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Morels aka mmmmMorelsEasily identified by even novice hunters and children, this delicacy is a highly valued treat and their whereabouts can often be highly guarded by hunters and locals, who know their taste and value. When I harvest them I try to always leave the underground mycelium intact, soak the fruits to remove bugs (slugs love to eat them and hide inside them) and to also remove loose spores for redispersal.https://nature.mdc.mo.gov/discover-nature/field-guide/morels