March 23, 2013 — Elkton, Oregon, U.S — A morel mushroom grows on an open hillside near Elkton. Morel mushrooms are prized by gourmet cooks, particularly for French cuisine. Morels are known by many local names including dryland fish, hickory chickens, merkels, and molly moochers. (Credit Image: ZUMAPRESS.com/Global Look Press)