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Slimy Earthtongue

Geoglossum difforme

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Distributed across Belgium, 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 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (mantar)

Phylum

Ascomycota (Asklı mantarlar)

Class

Geoglossomycetes (Geoglossomycetes)

Order

Geoglossales (Geoglossales)

Species

Geoglossum difforme (Slimy Earthtongue)

Names in Other Languages

German Klebrige Erdzunge

Similar Species in Geoglossum

Dark-Purple Earthtongue

Geoglossum atropurpureum

Vulnerable

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Star Earthtongue

Geoglossum starbaeckii

Vulnerable

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Geoglossum uliginosum

Deceptive Earthtongue

Geoglossum fallax

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Slimy Earthtongue?

The scientific name of Slimy Earthtongue is Geoglossum difforme. It belongs to the genus Geoglossum.

What is the conservation status of Slimy Earthtongue?

Slimy Earthtongue (Geoglossum difforme) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Slimy Earthtongue live?

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

What family does Slimy Earthtongue belong to?

Slimy Earthtongue (Geoglossum difforme) belongs to the genus Geoglossum, which is part of the taxonomic family Geoglossaceae.

Is Slimy Earthtongue endangered?

Yes, Slimy Earthtongue (Geoglossum difforme) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Slimy Earthtongue belong to?

Slimy Earthtongue (Geoglossum difforme) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (mantar).

What are the closest relatives of Slimy Earthtongue?

The closest relatives of Slimy Earthtongue in the genus Geoglossum include , Dark-Purple Earthtongue, Star Earthtongue, , .