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Powdery Kidney Lichen

Nephroma parile

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

Nephroma parile (Powdery Kidney Lichen)

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Fringed kidney lichen

Nephroma helveticum

Critically Endangered

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Nephroma laevigatum

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Powdery Kidney Lichen?

The scientific name of Powdery Kidney Lichen is Nephroma parile. It belongs to the genus Nephroma.

What is the conservation status of Powdery Kidney Lichen?

Powdery Kidney Lichen (Nephroma parile) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Powdery Kidney Lichen live?

Powdery Kidney 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 Powdery Kidney Lichen belong to?

Powdery Kidney Lichen (Nephroma parile) belongs to the genus Nephroma, which is part of the taxonomic family Nephromataceae.

Is Powdery Kidney Lichen endangered?

Yes, Powdery Kidney Lichen (Nephroma parile) 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 Powdery Kidney Lichen belong to?

Powdery Kidney Lichen (Nephroma parile) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Powdery Kidney Lichen?

The closest relatives of Powdery Kidney Lichen in the genus Nephroma include Arctic Kidney Lichen, Fringed kidney lichen, Mustard kidney lichen, Pimpled Kidney Lichen, Naked Kidney Lichen.