Walking through the woods on 27th December, I was amazed to find a Common Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus) standing at the edge of the trees. According to my references, its fruiting season is usually from June to October. Of course, if the weather conditions are right, then any unseasonal appearance can be triggered. At peak season, the spores can be distributed by flies within hours but in December, with fewer flies about, this task may not be completed before the slugs have feasted on the stem.
The Yellow Stagshorn (Calocera viscosa) can be found throughout the year.
Common Stinkhorn (Phallus impudicus)
Yellow Stagshorn (Calocera viscosa)
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