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.
Where can I find deer shield?
Dead deciduous wood, stumps and buried timber.
In Mycoverse you can select Deer shield and compare candidate search areas using a species-specific assessment of rainfall, estimated soil moisture, temperature, forest type, tree signals, canopy cover, terrain and season. Where source coverage is available, the assessment also uses historical species observations. Historical observations are historical data, not recent finds.
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.
Months
March–November
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.