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Matt Felt Lichen

Peltigera malacea

Endangered

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 Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Peltigerales (Peltigerales)

Species

Peltigera malacea (Matt Felt Lichen)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Matt Felt Lichen?

The scientific name of Matt Felt Lichen is Peltigera malacea. It belongs to the genus Peltigera.

What is the conservation status of Matt Felt Lichen?

Matt Felt Lichen (Peltigera malacea) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Matt Felt Lichen live?

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

What family does Matt Felt Lichen belong to?

Matt Felt Lichen (Peltigera malacea) belongs to the genus Peltigera, which is part of the taxonomic family Peltigeraceae.

Is Matt Felt Lichen endangered?

Yes, Matt Felt Lichen (Peltigera malacea) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Matt Felt Lichen belong to?

Matt Felt Lichen (Peltigera malacea) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Matt Felt Lichen?

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