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Starry Breck Lichen

Buellia asterella

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (فطر)

Phylum

Ascomycota (فطريات زقية)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (لقنورانية)

Order

Caliciales (Caliciales)

Species

Buellia asterella (Starry Breck Lichen)

Names in Other Languages

German Sternchen-Buellie

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Boreal Button Lichen

Buellia disciformis

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Buellia schaereri

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Starry Breck Lichen?

The scientific name of Starry Breck Lichen is Buellia asterella. It belongs to the genus Buellia.

What is the conservation status of Starry Breck Lichen?

Starry Breck Lichen (Buellia asterella) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Starry Breck Lichen live?

Starry Breck Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Starry Breck Lichen belong to?

Starry Breck Lichen (Buellia asterella) belongs to the genus Buellia, which is part of the taxonomic family Caliciaceae.

Is Starry Breck Lichen endangered?

Yes, Starry Breck Lichen (Buellia asterella) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Starry Breck Lichen belong to?

Starry Breck Lichen (Buellia asterella) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (فطر).

What are the closest relatives of Starry Breck Lichen?

The closest relatives of Starry Breck Lichen in the genus Buellia include Boreal Button Lichen, , , , .