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Dark Red Disc Lichen

Lecidea erythrophaea

Vulnerable

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecideales (Lecideales)

Species

Lecidea erythrophaea (Dark Red Disc Lichen)

Similar Species in Lecidea

Confluent Disc Lichen

Lecidea confluens

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Dark Red Disc Lichen?

The scientific name of Dark Red Disc Lichen is Lecidea erythrophaea. It belongs to the genus Lecidea.

What is the conservation status of Dark Red Disc Lichen?

Dark Red Disc Lichen (Lecidea erythrophaea) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Dark Red Disc Lichen live?

Dark Red Disc Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Dark Red Disc Lichen belong to?

Dark Red Disc Lichen (Lecidea erythrophaea) belongs to the genus Lecidea, which is part of the taxonomic family Lecideaceae.

Is Dark Red Disc Lichen endangered?

Yes, Dark Red Disc Lichen (Lecidea erythrophaea) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Dark Red Disc Lichen belong to?

Dark Red Disc Lichen (Lecidea erythrophaea) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Dark Red Disc Lichen?

The closest relatives of Dark Red Disc Lichen in the genus Lecidea include Tile Lichen, Copper Lecidea, Confluent Disc Lichen, Nylander'S Tile Lichen, .