Mosaic Puffball - Handkea utriformis
Description
The species derives its common name 'Mosaic Puffball' from the mosaic pattern across the top and sides that develops as the fruiting body matures and the outer wall breaks up into polygonal patches. Young specimens are usually 6 to 12 cm across.
Identification difficulty

Habitat
Grassland
When to see it
Autumn
UK Status
Widespread throughout Britain though seldom common.
VC55 Status
Occasional in Leicestershire and Rutland.
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