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spur-necked forklet moss

Dicranella cerviculata

Vulnerable

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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Dicranales (Dicranales)

Species

Dicranella cerviculata (spur-necked forklet moss)

Names in Other Languages

French crétinette petit-goître

German Kropfiges Kleingabelzahnmoos

Similar Species in Dicranella

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awl-leaved forklet moss

Dicranella subulata

Least Concern

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curl-leaved forklet moss

Dicranella staphylina

Least Concern

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Greville's Forklet-moss

Dicranella grevilleana

Schreber's forklet moss

Dicranella schreberiana

Least Concern

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Silky Forklet Moss

Dicranella heteromalla

Least Concern

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variable forklet moss

Dicranella varia

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of spur-necked forklet moss?

The scientific name of spur-necked forklet moss is Dicranella cerviculata. It belongs to the genus Dicranella.

What is the conservation status of spur-necked forklet moss?

spur-necked forklet moss (Dicranella cerviculata) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does spur-necked forklet moss live?

spur-necked forklet moss is found in Found across Europe (5 countries) and North America (United States). Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does spur-necked forklet moss belong to?

spur-necked forklet moss (Dicranella cerviculata) belongs to the genus Dicranella, which is part of the taxonomic family Dicranellaceae.

Is spur-necked forklet moss endangered?

Yes, spur-necked forklet moss (Dicranella cerviculata) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does spur-necked forklet moss belong to?

spur-necked forklet moss (Dicranella cerviculata) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (Plants).

What are the closest relatives of spur-necked forklet moss?

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