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Elf-Ear Dust

Lepraria normandinoides

Least Concern
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Norway and United States.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

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Lepraria caesioalba
Not Evaluated
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Lepraria membranacea
Near Threatened
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Lepraria jackii
Least Concern
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Lepraria umbricola
Not Evaluated
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Lepraria crassissima
Not Evaluated
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Lepraria incana
Least Concern
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Appalachian Dust Bunnies
Lepraria lanata
Endangered
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Fluffy Dust Lichen
Lepraria lobificans
Least Concern
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Elf-Ear Dust?
The scientific name of Elf-Ear Dust is Lepraria normandinoides. It belongs to the genus Lepraria.
What is the conservation status of Elf-Ear Dust?
Elf-Ear Dust (Lepraria normandinoides) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Elf-Ear Dust live?
Elf-Ear Dust is found in Distributed across Norway and United States.. Countries include Norway, United States.
What family does Elf-Ear Dust belong to?
Elf-Ear Dust (Lepraria normandinoides) belongs to the genus Lepraria, which is part of the taxonomic family Stereocaulaceae.
Is Elf-Ear Dust endangered?
No, Elf-Ear Dust (Lepraria normandinoides) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.
What kingdom does Elf-Ear Dust belong to?
Elf-Ear Dust (Lepraria normandinoides) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).
What are the closest relatives of Elf-Ear Dust?
The closest relatives of Elf-Ear Dust in the genus Lepraria include , , , , .

Native Range — 2 Countries

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Genus Lepraria — 12 Species

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Lepraria incana
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Lepraria caesioalba
NE 🐾
Lepraria membranacea
NT 🐾
Lepraria jackii
LC 🐾
Lepraria umbricola
NE 🐾
Lepraria crassissima
NE 🐾
Appalachian Dust Bunnies
Lepraria lanata
EN
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Elf-Ear Dust
Lepraria normandinoides
LC
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Fluffy Dust Lichen
Lepraria lobificans
LC 🐾
Lesser Lichen Vulgaris
Lepraria oxybapha
LC 🐾
Vouaux'S Dust Lichen
Lepraria vouauxii
DD 🐾
Zoned Dust Lichen
Lepraria neglecta
DD
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