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Tiger Sawgill

Lentinus tigrinus

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (फफूंद)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Polyporales (Polyporales)

Species

Lentinus tigrinus (Tiger Sawgill)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish lentino tigrado

German Getigerter Sägeblättling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tiger Sawgill?

The scientific name of Tiger Sawgill is Lentinus tigrinus. It belongs to the genus Lentinus.

What is the conservation status of Tiger Sawgill?

Tiger Sawgill (Lentinus tigrinus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Tiger Sawgill live?

Tiger Sawgill is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Tiger Sawgill belong to?

Tiger Sawgill (Lentinus tigrinus) belongs to the genus Lentinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Polyporaceae.

Is Tiger Sawgill endangered?

Yes, Tiger Sawgill (Lentinus tigrinus) 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 Tiger Sawgill belong to?

Tiger Sawgill (Lentinus tigrinus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (फफूंद).

What are the closest relatives of Tiger Sawgill?

The closest relatives of Tiger Sawgill in the genus Lentinus include , Winter Polypore, Spring Polypore.