The Scarlet Waxcap is one of my favourites (and many other mycologists) amongst the grassland Fungi in Autumn. And it's clear to see why...

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True to many of the 'waxcap' family it's a bright colour, this time of it's namesake 'Scarlet', often giving it a sweet, inviting appeal from a visual impact...

​Whilst amazing to ogle at, and always a wonder to bump into in the nutrient-poor grasslands, they still are relatively common amongst the waxcap species, and at the right time of year, with the right conditions, they can be found in any pasture field, or rough grassland with the right specificities.

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It can often be quite a special experience looking for Scarlets in the tussocky grassland, as a whole rainbow of other colour waxcaps, ie: Parrot (green), Butter (yellow), Meadow (orange), Ballerina (pink), (and many more) can also be found hidden amongst them!...