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Animal Mycophiles: Critters That Hunt, Farm, Self-Medicate and Get High on Fungi - Couverture souple

Gordon, Eva

 
9798992398847: Animal Mycophiles: Critters That Hunt, Farm, Self-Medicate and Get High on Fungi
Couverture souple
ISBN 13 : 9798992398847
Editeur : Green Writers Press, 2025

Synopsis

Uncover the secret lives of animals and fungi in Animal Mycophiles, a journey into a hidden world of surprising partnerships. From worms feasting on fungi to elephants seeking medicinal mushrooms, this book reveals the captivating ways in which creatures interact with the fungal kingdom. Discover how animals hunt, farm, self-medicate, and even get intoxicated on mushrooms, all while playing a crucial role in the delicate balance of nature. Prepare to be amazed by the intricate web of life beneath our feet. Animal Mycophiles explores a relatively uncharted territory in the study of animal-fungi relationships. While some scientific research exists on specific interactions, this book uniquely synthesizes a broad spectrum of these connections, from foraging and farming to self-medication and even the consumption of psychoactive fungi. It assembles these diverse examples into a comprehensive narrative, revealing the surprising extent to which animals rely on and interact with the fungal kingdom, a topic not yet explored in a single book. This holistic approach, uncovering “secret lives” and “surprising partnerships,” distinguishes Animal Mycophiles as a pioneering work in understanding this vital ecological dynamic.

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À propos de l'auteur

Eva Gordon, a former science teacher with 20 years' experience, now shares her passion for the natural world through her nonfiction work on animal mycophiles. On the Education Committee for the North American Mycological Association, she is dedicated to spreading the word (spores) about mycology. Eva is a sought-after speaker, captivating audiences of all ages with her insights into the fascinating world of animal mycophiles and mycology for educators. Eva lives in the Pacific Northwest with her husband and their Wire-haired Fox Terrier.

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Éditeur
Green Writers Press
Date d'édition
2025
Langue
anglais
ISBN 13 
9798992398847
Reliure
Broché
Nombre de pages
192
Coordonnées du fabricant
non disponible
Personne responsable
gpsr@libri.de
gpsr@libri.de

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