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Flat Fruited Pelt

Peltigera horizontalis

Endangered

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 countries), and North America (United States). Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇩🇰 Denmark 🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (Fungi)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Peltigerales (Peltigerales)

Species

Peltigera horizontalis (Flat Fruited Pelt)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Flat Fruited Pelt?

The scientific name of Flat Fruited Pelt is Peltigera horizontalis. It belongs to the genus Peltigera.

What is the conservation status of Flat Fruited Pelt?

Flat Fruited Pelt (Peltigera horizontalis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Flat Fruited Pelt live?

Flat Fruited Pelt is found in Widely distributed across Asia (Taiwan), Europe (4 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 Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Taiwan, United States.

What family does Flat Fruited Pelt belong to?

Flat Fruited Pelt (Peltigera horizontalis) belongs to the genus Peltigera, which is part of the taxonomic family Peltigeraceae.

Is Flat Fruited Pelt endangered?

Yes, Flat Fruited Pelt (Peltigera horizontalis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Flat Fruited Pelt belong to?

Flat Fruited Pelt (Peltigera horizontalis) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (Fungi).

What are the closest relatives of Flat Fruited Pelt?

The closest relatives of Flat Fruited Pelt in the genus Peltigera include , , , Alternating Dog Lichen, Aquatic Pelt Lichen.