squirrel-tail moss

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).

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

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Plantae (plantas)

Phylum

Bryophyta

Class

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Hypnales (Hypnales)

Family

Leucodontaceae

Genus

Leucodon

Species

Leucodon sciuroides (squirrel-tail moss)

Names in Other Languages

French blanchedent queue d écureuil

Explore More

ki…

plantas

Kingdom

ph…

Bryophyta

Phylum

cl…

Bryopsida

Class

or…

Hypnales

Order

fa…

Leucodontaceae

Family

ge…

Leucodon

Genus

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of squirrel-tail moss?

The scientific name of squirrel-tail moss is Leucodon sciuroides. It belongs to the genus Leucodon.

What is the conservation status of squirrel-tail moss?

squirrel-tail moss (Leucodon sciuroides) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does squirrel-tail moss live?

squirrel-tail moss is found in Found across Europe (6 countries) and North America (United States).. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does squirrel-tail moss belong to?

squirrel-tail moss (Leucodon sciuroides) belongs to the genus Leucodon, which is part of the taxonomic family Leucodontaceae.

Is squirrel-tail moss endangered?

No, squirrel-tail moss (Leucodon sciuroides) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does squirrel-tail moss belong to?

squirrel-tail moss (Leucodon sciuroides) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (plantas).