(Galerina sphagnorum) — Vulnerable

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Galerina sphagnorum

Vulnerable

About

Galerina sphagnorum is a small agaric fungus in the family Hymenogastraceae, assessed as Vulnerable (VU). It grows among Sphagnum moss in peatbog habitats, which have declined significantly due to drainage and land conversion. Its vulnerable status reflects the ongoing loss of undisturbed mire and bog ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

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

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Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Agaricales (Gilled Mushrooms)

Species

Galerina sphagnorum ()

Names in Other Languages

German Sumpf-Häubling

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Galerina sphagnorum. It belongs to the genus Galerina.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Galerina sphagnorum) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

is found in Distributed across Belgium, 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 Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does belong to?

(Galerina sphagnorum) belongs to the genus Galerina, which is part of the taxonomic family Hymenogastraceae.

Is endangered?

Yes, (Galerina sphagnorum) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does belong to?

(Galerina sphagnorum) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Galerina include Snowbed Bell, Ribbed Bell, , , Funeral Bell.