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Russet Brittlegill

Russula mustelina

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (فطر)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (دعاميات)

Class

Agaricomycetes (غاريقونانية)

Order

Russulales (روسوليات)

Species

Russula mustelina (Russet Brittlegill)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish rúsula bonita

German Wiesel-Täubling

Similar Species in Russula

Blackish-Purple Russula

Blue Band Brittlegill

Russula chloroides

Least Concern

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Blue-Green Cracking Russula

Russula parvovirescens

Almond-Scented Russula

Russula fragrantissima

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Russet Brittlegill?

The scientific name of Russet Brittlegill is Russula mustelina. It belongs to the genus Russula.

What is the conservation status of Russet Brittlegill?

Russet Brittlegill (Russula mustelina) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Russet Brittlegill live?

Russet Brittlegill is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Russet Brittlegill belong to?

Russet Brittlegill (Russula mustelina) belongs to the genus Russula, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

Is Russet Brittlegill endangered?

Yes, Russet Brittlegill (Russula mustelina) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Russet Brittlegill belong to?

Russet Brittlegill (Russula mustelina) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (فطر).

What are the closest relatives of Russet Brittlegill?

The closest relatives of Russet Brittlegill in the genus Russula include Alpine Brittlegill, Blackening Russula, Blackish-Purple Russula, Bleached Brittlegill, Blue Band Brittlegill.