The image presents a detailed view of cross-sections from three different stages of Ravenel's stinkhorn mushrooms (Phallus ravenelii), showcasing their internal structure and growth patterns.
**Key Features**
* **Mushroom Stages**
+ The gg stage, captured in the center of the image, is characterized by a white interior with an off-white exterior.
+ The leftmost mushroom exhibits a tan interior, while the rightmost mushroom displays a pale brown interior.
+ All three mushrooms have smooth exteriors and lack any visible gills or pores on their undersides.
**Background**
* The background of the image is composed of dark mulch with scattered small twigs and leaves, providing context for the mushroom's growth environment. – AI vision