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Brook-Side Feather-Moss

Hygroamblystegium fluviatile

Critically Endangered

About

The Brook-Side Feather-Moss (Hygroamblystegium fluviatile) is a species in the genus Hygroamblystegium. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Species

Hygroamblystegium fluviatile (Brook-Side Feather-Moss)

Names in Other Languages

German Fluss-Stumpfdeckelmoos

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Fountain Feather-Moss

Hygroamblystegium tenax

Vulnerable

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Tangled Thread Moss

Hygroamblystegium varium

Near Threatened

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Constricted Feather-Moss

Hygroamblystegium humile

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Brook-Side Feather-Moss?

The scientific name of Brook-Side Feather-Moss is Hygroamblystegium fluviatile. It belongs to the genus Hygroamblystegium.

What is the conservation status of Brook-Side Feather-Moss?

Brook-Side Feather-Moss (Hygroamblystegium fluviatile) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Brook-Side Feather-Moss live?

Brook-Side Feather-Moss is found in Distributed across Belgium, Norway, Portugal, and United States. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Norway, Portugal, United States.

What family does Brook-Side Feather-Moss belong to?

Brook-Side Feather-Moss (Hygroamblystegium fluviatile) belongs to the genus Hygroamblystegium, which is part of the taxonomic family Amblystegiaceae.

Is Brook-Side Feather-Moss endangered?

Yes, Brook-Side Feather-Moss (Hygroamblystegium fluviatile) 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 Brook-Side Feather-Moss belong to?

Brook-Side Feather-Moss (Hygroamblystegium fluviatile) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (planta).

What are the closest relatives of Brook-Side Feather-Moss?

The closest relatives of Brook-Side Feather-Moss in the genus Hygroamblystegium include Fountain Feather-Moss, Tangled Thread Moss, Constricted Feather-Moss.