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Cudbear

Ochrolechia tartarea

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Pertusariales (Pertusariales)

Species

Ochrolechia tartarea (Cudbear)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cudbear?

The scientific name of Cudbear is Ochrolechia tartarea. It belongs to the genus Ochrolechia.

What is the conservation status of Cudbear?

Cudbear (Ochrolechia tartarea) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Cudbear live?

Cudbear is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Cudbear belong to?

Cudbear (Ochrolechia tartarea) belongs to the genus Ochrolechia, which is part of the taxonomic family Ochrolechiaceae.

Is Cudbear endangered?

Yes, Cudbear (Ochrolechia tartarea) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Cudbear belong to?

Cudbear (Ochrolechia tartarea) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Cudbear?

The closest relatives of Cudbear in the genus Ochrolechia include , Tree Saucer Lichen, , , .