Morel mushrooms will soon be in full swing here in Kentucky. Learn more about the edible mushroom and where you can find them ...

A black morel (left) beside a false morel (right). Photo by Henri Koskinen / Adobe Stock Some mushrooms are toxic. A few can be fatal. Avoid these. Fortunately, only one toxic mushroom remotely ...

half-free morel and burn-site morel. Detailed information about species can be found on the DNR's website. False morels are known as nonedible look-alike species and should not be eaten.

half-free morel and burn-site morel. Detailed information about species can be found on the DNR's website. False morels are known as nonedible look-alike species and should not be eaten.

Avoid the “false morel” or Gyromitra, shown in the photo below, which has a longer stem and a cap that attaches near the top, looking like an umbrella. And notice that it lacks the cone shape ...

Morels are characterized by their honeycomb appearance and dark color of tan, yellow or gray, according to Bernheim Forest and Arboretum. They are often hollow on the inside while false morels are ...