Evan McDivitt 0 Report post Posted August 2, 2020 There are a lot of these orange fungi popping up and I think they are chanterelles but cannot be sure. Is there anything else these could be from the picture? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dmitch24 1 Report post Posted August 3, 2020 Those are chanterelles. The only look alike is jacks. I’ll share a couple pics of the jacks. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Diana Moran 0 Report post Posted August 4, 2020 So the Jacks are more rounded and have gills correct? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoosierfunguy 32 Report post Posted August 5, 2020 One of the easiest ways to differentiate Jacks from Chants is the flesh of the Chanterelle is white, while the flesh of the Jacks is yellowish orange. And of course, Chanterelles don't glow in the dark...lol Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Julianne Graper 0 Report post Posted August 5, 2020 I also had this question. I'm new to this area and found both of these while hiking today and am not sure if they're both chanterelles, or if the lighter one with the longer stalk might be different. Thanks! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Hoosierfunguy 32 Report post Posted August 5, 2020 The whiter looking one appears to be an older, more weathered and sun-bleached chanterelle. If you're looking to make positive IDs for consumption, Bruce has posted some excellent resources on prior "ID help" threads. I wouldn't eat an older one and even the younger Chants, I cast off the ones that have multiple worm holes visible in the stalk (when sliced). Chanterelle mushrooms are a choice edible and delicious! You should only eat mushrooms that you are 100% positive ID their identification and even then, use caution ⚠️ Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
