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Fishtail Cup

Gyromitra leucoxantha

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

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

🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Pezizomycetes (Pezizomycetes)

Order

Pezizales (Pezizales)

Species

Gyromitra leucoxantha (Fishtail Cup)

Names in Other Languages

German Dottergelbe Scheibenlorchel

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Fishtail Cup?

The scientific name of Fishtail Cup is Gyromitra leucoxantha. It belongs to the genus Gyromitra.

What is the conservation status of Fishtail Cup?

Fishtail Cup (Gyromitra leucoxantha) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Fishtail Cup live?

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

What family does Fishtail Cup belong to?

Fishtail Cup (Gyromitra leucoxantha) belongs to the genus Gyromitra, which is part of the taxonomic family Discinaceae.

Is Fishtail Cup endangered?

Yes, Fishtail Cup (Gyromitra leucoxantha) 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 Fishtail Cup belong to?

Fishtail Cup (Gyromitra leucoxantha) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Fishtail Cup?

The closest relatives of Fishtail Cup in the genus Gyromitra include False Morel, Pouched False Morel, , , Changeable False Morel.