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Humpback Brittlegill

Russula caerulea

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Agaricomycetes (주름버섯강)

Species

Russula caerulea (Humpback Brittlegill)

Names in Other Languages

German Buckel-Täubling

Similar Species in Russula

Blackish-Purple Russula

Blue Band Brittlegill

Russula chloroides

Least Concern

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Russula parvovirescens

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Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Humpback Brittlegill?

The scientific name of Humpback Brittlegill is Russula caerulea. It belongs to the genus Russula.

What is the conservation status of Humpback Brittlegill?

Humpback Brittlegill (Russula caerulea) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Humpback Brittlegill live?

Humpback Brittlegill is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Humpback Brittlegill belong to?

Humpback Brittlegill (Russula caerulea) belongs to the genus Russula, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

What kingdom does Humpback Brittlegill belong to?

Humpback Brittlegill (Russula caerulea) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (균계).

What are the closest relatives of Humpback Brittlegill?

The closest relatives of Humpback Brittlegill in the genus Russula include Alpine Brittlegill, Blackening Russula, Blackish-Purple Russula, Bleached Brittlegill, Blue Band Brittlegill.