vs Spotted Milkcap
Lactarius flavidus compared with Lactarius scrobiculatus
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Spotted Milkcap | |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom same | Fungi (真菌界) | Fungi (真菌界) |
| Phylum same | Basidiomycota (担子菌门) | Basidiomycota (担子菌门) |
| Class same | Agaricomycetes (傘菌綱) | Agaricomycetes (傘菌綱) |
| Order same | Russulales (红菇目) | Russulales (红菇目) |
| Family same | Russulaceae | Russulaceae |
| Genus same | Lactarius | Lactarius |
| Species | Lactarius flavidus | Lactarius scrobiculatus |
Evolutionary Relationship
and Spotted Milkcap share a common ancestor at the Genus level: Lactarius.
Conservation Status
Spotted Milkcap
CR — Critically EndangeredPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Spotted Milkcap | |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Found across multiple habitat types including temperate broadleaf and mixed forests, temperate coniferous forests, and boreal forests and taiga, among 4 distinct biome types within the Palearctic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.
Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Spotted Milkcap
Typically found in forest floors, decomposing wood, and soil ecosystems.
Distributed across Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Taiwan, and United States. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.
Spotted Milkcap
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