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I love the common name of this mushroom - Strawberries and Cream. Its scientific name is Hydnellum peckii and it is also called Bleeding Hydnellum. Ken Browning and Anne Little came across one recently.

Hydnellum peckii, Strawberries and Cream, by Ken Browning

Ken photographed a young one, as it is white. The red beads on top are seen in moist weather. It is inedible but certainly unique and lovely to observe in the forest.

Thanks to Ken for allowing me to share his photo with you here.