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Elegant Earthstar

Geastrum elegans

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical dry broadleaf forests, and tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Neotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

Distributed across Brazil, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇧🇷 Brazil

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Species

Geastrum elegans (Elegant Earthstar)

Similar Species in Geastrum

Geastrum melanocephalum

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Elegant Earthstar?

The scientific name of Elegant Earthstar is Geastrum elegans. It belongs to the genus Geastrum.

What is the conservation status of Elegant Earthstar?

Elegant Earthstar (Geastrum elegans) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Elegant Earthstar live?

Elegant Earthstar is found in Distributed across Brazil, Denmark, Norway, and Sweden. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Brazil, Denmark, Norway, Sweden.

What family does Elegant Earthstar belong to?

Elegant Earthstar (Geastrum elegans) belongs to the genus Geastrum, which is part of the taxonomic family Geastraceae.

Is Elegant Earthstar endangered?

Yes, Elegant Earthstar (Geastrum elegans) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Elegant Earthstar belong to?

Elegant Earthstar (Geastrum elegans) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (真菌界).

What are the closest relatives of Elegant Earthstar?

The closest relatives of Elegant Earthstar in the genus Geastrum include Arched Earthstar, Beaked Earthstar, Berkeley's Earthstar, , Rayed Earthstar.