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Dog Stinkhorn

Mutinus caninus

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Phallales (Phallales)

Species

Mutinus caninus (Dog Stinkhorn)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish falo perruno

German Gewöhnliche Hundsrute

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dog Stinkhorn?

The scientific name of Dog Stinkhorn is Mutinus caninus. It belongs to the genus Mutinus.

What is the conservation status of Dog Stinkhorn?

Dog Stinkhorn (Mutinus caninus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dog Stinkhorn live?

Dog Stinkhorn is found in Widely distributed across Europe (5 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Brazil). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Dog Stinkhorn belong to?

Dog Stinkhorn (Mutinus caninus) belongs to the genus Mutinus, which is part of the taxonomic family Phallaceae.

Is Dog Stinkhorn endangered?

Yes, Dog Stinkhorn (Mutinus caninus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Dog Stinkhorn belong to?

Dog Stinkhorn (Mutinus caninus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Dog Stinkhorn?

The closest relatives of Dog Stinkhorn in the genus Mutinus include Red Stinkhorn, Devil'S Dipstick.