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red forklet moss

Dicranella rufescens

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Dicranales (Dicranales)

Species

Dicranella rufescens (red forklet moss)

Names in Other Languages

French bifurque roussâtre

German Rötliches Kleingabelzahnmoos

Similar Species in Dicranella

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awl-leaved forklet moss

Dicranella subulata

Least Concern

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Greville's Forklet-moss

Dicranella grevilleana

Least Concern

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Schreber's forklet moss

Dicranella schreberiana

Least Concern

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Silky Forklet Moss

Dicranella heteromalla

Least Concern

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spur-necked forklet moss

Dicranella cerviculata

Vulnerable

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variable forklet moss

Dicranella varia

Least Concern

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curl-leaved forklet moss

Dicranella staphylina

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of red forklet moss?

The scientific name of red forklet moss is Dicranella rufescens. It belongs to the genus Dicranella.

What is the conservation status of red forklet moss?

red forklet moss (Dicranella rufescens) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does red forklet moss live?

red forklet moss is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does red forklet moss belong to?

red forklet moss (Dicranella rufescens) belongs to the genus Dicranella, which is part of the taxonomic family Dicranellaceae.

Is red forklet moss endangered?

Yes, red forklet moss (Dicranella rufescens) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does red forklet moss belong to?

red forklet moss (Dicranella rufescens) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).

What are the closest relatives of red forklet moss?

The closest relatives of red forklet moss in the genus Dicranella include awl-leaved forklet moss, Greville's Forklet-moss, Schreber's forklet moss, Silky Forklet Moss, spur-necked forklet moss.