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Beaked Earthstar

Geastrum pectinatum

Least Concern

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The Beaked Earthstar (Geastrum pectinatum) is a species in the genus Geastrum. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.

🇧🇪 Belgium 🇧🇷 Brazil 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Geastrales (Geastrales)

Species

Geastrum pectinatum (Beaked Earthstar)

Names in Other Languages

German Kamm-Erdstern

Similar Species in Geastrum

Geastrum melanocephalum

Critically Endangered

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Beaked Earthstar?

The scientific name of Beaked Earthstar is Geastrum pectinatum. It belongs to the genus Geastrum.

What is the conservation status of Beaked Earthstar?

Beaked Earthstar (Geastrum pectinatum) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Beaked Earthstar live?

Beaked Earthstar is found in Distributed across Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Beaked Earthstar belong to?

Beaked Earthstar (Geastrum pectinatum) belongs to the genus Geastrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Geastraceae.

Is Beaked Earthstar endangered?

No, Beaked Earthstar (Geastrum pectinatum) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Beaked Earthstar belong to?

Beaked Earthstar (Geastrum pectinatum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Beaked Earthstar?

The closest relatives of Beaked Earthstar in the genus Geastrum include , , , Arched Earthstar, Berkeley's Earthstar.