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Bristly Beard Lichen

Usnea hirta

Least Concern

About

The Bristly Beard Lichen (Usnea hirta) is a species in the genus Usnea. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States.

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Usnea hirta (Bristly Beard Lichen)

Similar Species in Usnea

Old Man'S Beard Lichen

Usnea barbata

Extinct

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Bristly Beard Lichen?

The scientific name of Bristly Beard Lichen is Usnea hirta. It belongs to the genus Usnea.

What is the conservation status of Bristly Beard Lichen?

Bristly Beard Lichen (Usnea hirta) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Bristly Beard Lichen live?

Bristly Beard Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Bristly Beard Lichen belong to?

Bristly Beard Lichen (Usnea hirta) belongs to the genus Usnea, which is part of the taxonomic family Parmeliaceae.

Is Bristly Beard Lichen endangered?

No, Bristly Beard Lichen (Usnea hirta) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Bristly Beard Lichen belong to?

Bristly Beard Lichen (Usnea hirta) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Bristly Beard Lichen?

The closest relatives of Bristly Beard Lichen in the genus Usnea include Boreal Beard Lichen, , Bloody Beard, Warty Beard Lichen, Old Man'S Beard Lichen.