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Fence-Rail Clad Lichen

Cladonia parasitica

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (فطر)

Phylum

Ascomycota (فطريات زقية)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (لقنورانية)

Order

Lecanorales (لقنوريات)

Species

Cladonia parasitica (Fence-Rail Clad Lichen)

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Black-Footed Reindeer Lichen

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Endangered

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Branched Pixie-Cup Lichen

Cladonia ramulosa

Least Concern

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Branching Pixie Pebblehorn Lichen

Cladonia decorticata

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fence-Rail Clad Lichen?

The scientific name of Fence-Rail Clad Lichen is Cladonia parasitica. It belongs to the genus Cladonia.

What is the conservation status of Fence-Rail Clad Lichen?

Fence-Rail Clad Lichen (Cladonia parasitica) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Fence-Rail Clad Lichen live?

Fence-Rail Clad Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Fence-Rail Clad Lichen belong to?

Fence-Rail Clad Lichen (Cladonia parasitica) belongs to the genus Cladonia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cladoniaceae.

What kingdom does Fence-Rail Clad Lichen belong to?

Fence-Rail Clad Lichen (Cladonia parasitica) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (فطر).

What are the closest relatives of Fence-Rail Clad Lichen?

The closest relatives of Fence-Rail Clad Lichen in the genus Cladonia include Black-Footed Reindeer Lichen, Branched Pixie-Cup Lichen, Branching Pixie Pebblehorn Lichen, British Soldier Lichen, .