(Ramalina canariensis) — Critically Endangered

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Ramalina canariensis

Critically Endangered

About

Ramalina canariensis is a fruticose, strap-like lichen with pale grey-green, flattened lobes found in coastal and island habitats. It inhabits humid laurel forests and coastal fog zones of the Canary Islands and Macaronesian archipelago. This lichen obtains energy through its photosynthetic algal partner and is sensitive to habitat changes from deforestation and climate shifts.

Habitat & Distribution

Inhabits temperate broadleaf and mixed forests and Mediterranean forests and woodlands within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Ramalina canariensis ()

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Ramalina canariensis. It belongs to the genus Ramalina.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Ramalina canariensis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

is found in Distributed across Norway, Portugal, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Norway, Portugal, Sweden.

What family does belong to?

(Ramalina canariensis) belongs to the genus Ramalina, which is part of the taxonomic family Ramalinaceae.

Is endangered?

Yes, (Ramalina canariensis) 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 belong to?

(Ramalina canariensis) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Ramalina include Angel'S Hair, Fragile Ramalina, Powdery Twig Lichen, Lace Lichen, Hooded Ribbon Lichen.