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Frog Pelt Lichen

Peltigera degenii

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Peltigerales (Peltigerales)

Species

Peltigera degenii (Frog Pelt Lichen)

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Flat Fruited Pelt

Peltigera horizontalis

Endangered

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Aquatic Pelt Lichen

Peltigera hydrothyria

Peltigera neopolydactyla

Data Deficient

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Ear-Lobed Dog-Lichen

Peltigera lepidophora

Least Concern

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Many-Fruited Pelt Lichen

Peltigera polydactylon

Data Deficient

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Concentric Pelt Lichen

Peltigera elisabethae

Not Evaluated

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Blacksaddle Pelt Lichen

Peltigera neckeri

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Frog Pelt Lichen?

The scientific name of Frog Pelt Lichen is Peltigera degenii. It belongs to the genus Peltigera.

What is the conservation status of Frog Pelt Lichen?

Frog Pelt Lichen (Peltigera degenii) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Frog Pelt Lichen live?

Frog Pelt Lichen is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, 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 Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Frog Pelt Lichen belong to?

Frog Pelt Lichen (Peltigera degenii) belongs to the genus Peltigera, which is part of the taxonomic family Peltigeraceae.

Is Frog Pelt Lichen endangered?

Yes, Frog Pelt Lichen (Peltigera degenii) 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 Frog Pelt Lichen belong to?

Frog Pelt Lichen (Peltigera degenii) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Frog Pelt Lichen?

The closest relatives of Frog Pelt Lichen in the genus Peltigera include Blacksaddle Pelt Lichen, Flat Fruited Pelt, Aquatic Pelt Lichen, Matt Felt Lichen, Carpet Pelt.