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Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen

Cladonia stellaris

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (فطر)

Phylum

Ascomycota (فطريات زقية)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (لقنورانية)

Order

Lecanorales (لقنوريات)

Species

Cladonia stellaris (Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen)

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Black-Footed Reindeer Lichen

Cladonia stygia

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 Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen?

The scientific name of Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen is Cladonia stellaris. It belongs to the genus Cladonia.

What is the conservation status of Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen?

Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen (Cladonia stellaris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen live?

Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen belong to?

Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen (Cladonia stellaris) belongs to the genus Cladonia, which is part of the taxonomic family Cladoniaceae.

Is Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen endangered?

Yes, Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen (Cladonia stellaris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen belong to?

Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen (Cladonia stellaris) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (فطر).

What are the closest relatives of Star-Tipped Reindeer Lichen?

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