Red-belted conk
Fomitopsis pinicola
The red-belted conk is a hard, hoof-shaped or shelf-like bracket up to 30 cm or more across. Its surface is orange-yellow with a white margin at first, later dark reddish-brown, often with an orange belt.
Where it's found
Grows on live and dead conifers, less often on hardwoods, and is normally found on dead pines.
Distribution
Common throughout temperate Eurasia.
Similar species
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