The Yeti Spore Swab contains sterile, lab-grade spores of the elusive and powerful Yeti strain, a rare Psilocybe cubensis hybrid known for its ghost-white appearance, thick, sturdy stems, and unique albino genetics. Thought to be a descendant of the True Albino Teacher (TAT) lineage, Yeti stands out for its visually striking morphology and high demand among microscopy enthusiasts and hybrid collectors.

Under the microscope, Yeti offers a fascinating look into leucistic expression, reduced pigmentation, and hybrid vigor, making it perfect for those studying cubensis spore structure, mutation behavior, or albino strain development. Each swab is prepared under sterile conditions for clean, viable spores ready for advanced mycological research.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Prepare Your Workspace
• Disinfect your work surface.
• Work near a flame, in a still air box, or under a laminar flow hood to reduce contamination.
• Wash your hands and wear gloves if needed.

2. Label the Agar Plate
• Write the date and sample name on the bottom (agar side) of the plate before opening it.

3. Open the Swab Package
• Peel open the swab pack carefully, without touching the swab tip.
• Hold the swab by the handle only.

4. Collect the Sample
• Gently touch the swab to the surface or substance you want to transfer (e.g., spore print, mushroom cap, or culture surface).
• Roll or lightly drag the tip to pick up material.

5. Inoculate the Agar Plate
• Open the petri dish just enough to insert the swab (keep the lid hovering to prevent airborne contamination).
• Lightly streak the swab across the surface of the agar in a zig-zag pattern (or streak in sections if isolating).
• You can streak multiple areas if desired using different parts of the swab.

6. Seal and Incubate
• Close the petri dish and optionally seal it with parafilm or tape.
• Incubate at the appropriate temperature (usually 24–27°C for most fungi).

7. Clean Up
• Dispose of the swab properly.
• Disinfect your work area again.