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Mushrooms on the Majella: current outlook & forecast
Mushroom weather and foraging update on the Majella: today's mushroom situation, refreshed daily from weather and soil moisture.
On the Majella, the situation for Honey Fungus stays modest, the lead score sits at 50 out of 100. The northwest stands out today; toward the southeast and east it stays more subdued. It stays strong into 11 Nov, then the line turns down. Measurements come from several woodland sites across the region between 748 m and 997 m.
Which species look strong right now?
Recent days and outlook
4 Nov · 50/100 · Honey Fungus
Best day on 11 Nov: Honey Fungus (60/100). Falls clearly from 14 Nov.
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Enable mushroom alert: MajellaHistorical occurrence density in this region
This is how the reported mushroom finds of this region spread over the year (based on GBIF records, relative to the strongest month).
- Jan hardly any
- Feb few
- Mar few
- Apr few
- May moderate
- Jun peak
- Jul moderate
- Aug peak
- Sept moderate
- Oct many
- Nov few
- Dec few
- hardly any
- few
- moderate
- many
- peak
The taller the bar, the more mushroom finds were reported in that month, compared with the region's strongest month (source: GBIF).
Frequently reported edible mushrooms:
- Penny Bun
- Parasol Mushroom
- Field Mushroom
Source: GBIF.org, aggregated density, not pin-point finds.
Season calendar of typical species
The typical mushroom species of this region grow in these months, according to the species profiles.
Honey Fungus
- Jan out of season
- Feb out of season
- Mar out of season
- Apr out of season
- May out of season
- Jun season
- Jul season
- Aug season
- Sept season
- Oct season
- Nov season, rare here
- Dec out of season
Penny Bun
- Jan out of season
- Feb out of season
- Mar out of season
- Apr out of season
- May out of season
- Jun season
- Jul season
- Aug season
- Sept season
- Oct season
- Nov season, rare here
- Dec out of season
Parasol Mushroom
- Jan out of season
- Feb out of season
- Mar out of season
- Apr out of season
- May out of season
- Jun out of season
- Jul season
- Aug season
- Sept season
- Oct season
- Nov season, rare here
- Dec out of season
Field Mushroom
- Jan out of season
- Feb out of season
- Mar out of season
- Apr out of season
- May out of season
- Jun out of season
- Jul season
- Aug season
- Sept season
- Oct season
- Nov out of season
- Dec out of season
Months shown paler fall outside this region’s main season according to find reports.
Climate & soil moisture on the Majella
Measured across the region’s woodland sample network.
- Soil moisture Optimal
- Temperature Favourable
Moisture and temperature align with the current assessment.
Typical woodland & habitat types on the Majella
Across 4 woodland samples on the Majella, CORINE Land Cover is mainly broad-leaved forest (2/4), coniferous forest (1/4) and mixed forest (1/4). Elevations between 748 m and 997 m.
What the forecast is based on
FungiFind combines weather, soil moisture and each species’ seasonal growth pattern into a day-by-day outlook. It replaces neither local knowledge nor safe identification, and is not a find guarantee.
Frequently asked questions about mushrooms on the Majella
Are there mushrooms on the Majella right now?
On the Majella, the current assessment for Honey Fungus is: moderate.
What rules apply when foraging mushrooms on the Majella?
General forest law and public access rights apply, along with landowner rights and protected areas. FungiFind is not legal advice.
Which mushrooms are doing well on the Majella right now?
The most promising species on the Majella right now: Honey Fungus (moderate), Wood Hedgehog (unfavourable) and Terracotta Hedgehog (unfavourable).
Which day looks best for mushroom foraging on the Majella in the coming days?
The best day of the outlook is expected to be Wednesday. Assessment for that day: favourable.
In which months are mushrooms found on the Majella?
According to reported finds, mushrooms on the Majella appear mainly in these months: May, June, July, August, September and October. Most finds fall in: June and August.
Which elevation zones are covered on the Majella?
The analysed sites on the Majella fall into these elevation zones: low mountains.
Is there a daily mushroom report on the Majella?
Yes. This page is the daily mushroom report on the Majella: mushroom weather, the current situation and a forecast for the coming days, recalculated every morning. Open the map for individual woods.
What is the best time of day for mushroom foraging on the Majella?
Early morning after damp nights works best.
Keep your favourite spots on the Majella in view
Use the interactive FungiFind map to analyse exact woodland patches on the Majella, and set personal alerts for your best foraging grounds.
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Poison helpline and mushroom advice
FungiFind is not medical advice. If you suspect poisoning, get professional help immediately.
If life is at risk or someone is unconscious: call 112.
Bergamo poison centre, national toll-free line. More regional centres at iss.it.
- Poison helpline 800 883 300
- Emergency 112 / 118
Numbers and links come from verified sources. Local signs and current rules always apply on site.
Sources
Forecast includes each species’ seasonal growth pattern, not a find guarantee. Forage only where allowed; identification remains your responsibility.