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Field Earthstar

Geastrum campestre

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇮 Slovenia 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇬🇧 United Kingdom

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Geastrales (Geastrales)

Species

Geastrum campestre (Field Earthstar)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Field Earthstar?

The scientific name of Field Earthstar is Geastrum campestre. It belongs to the genus Geastrum.

What is the conservation status of Field Earthstar?

Field Earthstar (Geastrum campestre) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Field Earthstar live?

Field Earthstar is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Slovenia, Sweden, United Kingdom.

What family does Field Earthstar belong to?

Field Earthstar (Geastrum campestre) belongs to the genus Geastrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Geastraceae.

Is Field Earthstar endangered?

Yes, Field Earthstar (Geastrum campestre) 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 Field Earthstar belong to?

Field Earthstar (Geastrum campestre) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Field Earthstar?

The closest relatives of Field Earthstar in the genus Geastrum include Arched Earthstar, Beaked Earthstar, Berkeley's Earthstar, , Elegant Earthstar.