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chalk bristle moss

Seligeria calcarea

Critically Endangered

About

The Chalk bristle moss (Seligeria calcarea) is a species in the genus Seligeria. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Bryopsida (Bryopsida)

Order

Grimmiales (Grimmiales)

Species

Seligeria calcarea (chalk bristle moss)

Names in Other Languages

French seligérie du calcaire

German Kalk-Zwergmoos

Similar Species in Seligeria

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short-leaved bristle moss

three-ranked bristle moss

Seligeria tristichoides

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of chalk bristle moss?

The scientific name of chalk bristle moss is Seligeria calcarea. It belongs to the genus Seligeria.

What is the conservation status of chalk bristle moss?

chalk bristle moss (Seligeria calcarea) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does chalk bristle moss live?

chalk bristle moss is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does chalk bristle moss belong to?

chalk bristle moss (Seligeria calcarea) belongs to the genus Seligeria, which is part of the taxonomic family Seligeriaceae.

Is chalk bristle moss endangered?

Yes, chalk bristle moss (Seligeria calcarea) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does chalk bristle moss belong to?

chalk bristle moss (Seligeria calcarea) belongs to the kingdom Plantae (พืช).

What are the closest relatives of chalk bristle moss?

The closest relatives of chalk bristle moss in the genus Seligeria include short-leaved bristle moss, Irish bristle moss, English Rock-bristle, Dwarf Rock-bristle, Sharp Rock-bristle.