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Pinhead Lichen

Chaenotheca brunneola

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America and South America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States 🇨🇴 Colombia

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Coniocybomycetes (Coniocybomycetes)

Order

Coniocybales (Coniocybales)

Species

Chaenotheca brunneola (Pinhead Lichen)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Pinhead Lichen?

The scientific name of Pinhead Lichen is Chaenotheca brunneola. It belongs to the genus Chaenotheca.

What is the conservation status of Pinhead Lichen?

Pinhead Lichen (Chaenotheca brunneola) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Pinhead Lichen live?

Pinhead Lichen is found in Widely distributed across Europe (4 countries), North America (United States), and South America (Colombia). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Colombia, Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Pinhead Lichen belong to?

Pinhead Lichen (Chaenotheca brunneola) belongs to the genus Chaenotheca, which is part of the taxonomic family Coniocybaceae.

What kingdom does Pinhead Lichen belong to?

Pinhead Lichen (Chaenotheca brunneola) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (菌界).

What are the closest relatives of Pinhead Lichen?

The closest relatives of Pinhead Lichen in the genus Chaenotheca include Canary Stubble Lichen, , , , .