If you were unaware of this fungus before perusing this article, fret not, you’re in ample company!

Allegedly, the fungus hails from Australia and New Zealand, yet has now made its presence known on other continents, including Europe and North America.

This peculiar fungus emerges from what appears to be a shattered egg (though it isn’t), subsequently morphing into an array of elongated, pinkish appendages.

If the appearance of the Octopus stinkhorn isn’t sufficiently disconcerting, the fungus reportedly emits the stench of decaying flesh upon reaching maturity! This is believed to be an evolutionary tactic to lure flies, which then act as vectors for spore dispersal.

Credit: NationalGeographicWildFrance

Wow! Have you ever seen anything like this? L