Source-reviewed species profile
Deer shield Pluteus cervinus
Brown cap, free gills that turn pink, and no ring or volva. This profile covers broad field features, season and habitat for learning.
Learning content – not identification
Images, text and app suggestions cannot confirm a species or food safety.
Field features
- Brown cap, free gills that turn pink, and no ring or volva.
Habitat and search guidance
Dead deciduous wood, stumps and buried timber.
Season
Spring to late autumn.
Safety status
Included with a food status in the Norwegian 2026 Norm List. This learning profile never confirms a finding or that it is safe to eat. Use qualified local expertise.
Sources and review status
Last reviewed: 25 August 2026.