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Witch'S Hair

Alectoria sarmentosa

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

Native to Europe and North America, inhabiting ecosystems characteristic of the region.

Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (เห็ดรา)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Sac Fungi)

Class

Lecanoromycetes (Lecanoromycetes)

Order

Lecanorales (Lecanorales)

Species

Alectoria sarmentosa (Witch'S Hair)

Similar Species in Alectoria

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Alpine Sulphur-Tresses

Alectoria ochroleuca

Least Concern

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Bubbling Witches Hair

Alectoria fallacina

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Witch'S Hair?

The scientific name of Witch'S Hair is Alectoria sarmentosa. It belongs to the genus Alectoria.

What is the conservation status of Witch'S Hair?

Witch'S Hair (Alectoria sarmentosa) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Witch'S Hair live?

Witch'S Hair is found in Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Denmark, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, United States.

What family does Witch'S Hair belong to?

Witch'S Hair (Alectoria sarmentosa) belongs to the genus Alectoria, which is part of the taxonomic family Parmeliaceae.

What kingdom does Witch'S Hair belong to?

Witch'S Hair (Alectoria sarmentosa) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (เห็ดรา).

What are the closest relatives of Witch'S Hair?

The closest relatives of Witch'S Hair in the genus Alectoria include Alpine Sulphur-Tresses, Bubbling Witches Hair.