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Barometer Earthstar

Astraeus hygrometricus

Vulnerable

About

The Barometer Earthstar (Astraeus hygrometricus) is a species in the genus Astraeus. It is currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.

Distributed across Belgium, Brazil, Portugal, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇵🇹 Portugal 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇺🇸 United States 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Fungi (nấm)

Phylum

Basidiomycota (Club Fungi)

Class

Agaricomycetes (Mushrooms)

Order

Boletales (Boletales)

Species

Astraeus hygrometricus (Barometer Earthstar)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish estrella de tierra higrométrica

German Wettererdstern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Barometer Earthstar?

The scientific name of Barometer Earthstar is Astraeus hygrometricus. It belongs to the genus Astraeus.

What is the conservation status of Barometer Earthstar?

Barometer Earthstar (Astraeus hygrometricus) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Barometer Earthstar live?

Barometer Earthstar is found in Distributed across Belgium, Brazil, Portugal, and United States. Currently classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Belgium, Brazil, Portugal, United States.

What family does Barometer Earthstar belong to?

Barometer Earthstar (Astraeus hygrometricus) belongs to the genus Astraeus, which is part of the taxonomic family Diplocystidiaceae.

Is Barometer Earthstar endangered?

Yes, Barometer Earthstar (Astraeus hygrometricus) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Barometer Earthstar belong to?

Barometer Earthstar (Astraeus hygrometricus) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (nấm).