(Wahlenbergiella mucosa) — Vulnerable

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Wahlenbergiella mucosa

Vulnerable

About

Wahlenbergiella mucosa is a lichen-forming fungus assessed as Vulnerable (VU), found in aquatic or semi-aquatic habitats such as submerged rocks in streams. It is sensitive to water quality changes and hydrological alteration, which threaten its restricted range. Its vulnerable status underscores the importance of clean, unpolluted freshwater systems.

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

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Eurotiomycetes (Eurotiomycetes)

Order

Verrucariales (Verrucariales)

Species

Wahlenbergiella mucosa ()

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of ?

The scientific name of is Wahlenbergiella mucosa. It belongs to the genus Wahlenbergiella.

What is the conservation status of ?

(Wahlenbergiella mucosa) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does live?

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

What family does belong to?

(Wahlenbergiella mucosa) belongs to the genus Wahlenbergiella, which is part of the taxonomic family Verrucariaceae.

Is endangered?

Yes, (Wahlenbergiella mucosa) 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?

(Wahlenbergiella mucosa) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of ?

The closest relatives of in the genus Wahlenbergiella include .