(Protoparmeliopsis achariana) — Endangered

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Protoparmeliopsis achariana

Endangered

About

Protoparmeliopsis achariana is a crustose foliose lichen with a yellowish-grey areolate thallus found on bare rock surfaces. It inhabits exposed calcareous rock faces and dry, sunny outcrops in temperate and Mediterranean Europe. This lichen obtains energy through photosynthesis and weathering of mineral substrates, contributing to rock surface colonization.

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Pilze)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Schlauchpilze)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Protoparmeliopsis achariana ()

Similar Species in Protoparmeliopsis

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Stonewall Rim Lichen

Protoparmeliopsis muralis

Least Concern

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Protoparmeliopsis macrocyclos

Near Threatened

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Protoparmeliopsis achariana. It belongs to the genus Protoparmeliopsis.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Protoparmeliopsis achariana) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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

What family does belong to?

(Protoparmeliopsis achariana) belongs to the genus Protoparmeliopsis, which is part of the taxonomic family Lecanoraceae.

Is endangered?

Yes, (Protoparmeliopsis achariana) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does belong to?

(Protoparmeliopsis achariana) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Pilze).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Protoparmeliopsis include Stonewall Rim Lichen, .