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Gilded Brittlegill

Russula aurea

Near Threatened

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇺🇸 United States

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Species

Russula aurea (Gilded Brittlegill)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish rúsula de láminas doradas

German Gold-Täubling

Similar Species in Russula

Blackish-Purple Russula

Blue Band Brittlegill

Russula chloroides

Least Concern

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Russula parvovirescens

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Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Gilded Brittlegill?

The scientific name of Gilded Brittlegill is Russula aurea. It belongs to the genus Russula.

What is the conservation status of Gilded Brittlegill?

Gilded Brittlegill (Russula aurea) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Gilded Brittlegill live?

Gilded Brittlegill is found in Distributed across Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, and United States. Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Norway, Sweden, United States.

What family does Gilded Brittlegill belong to?

Gilded Brittlegill (Russula aurea) belongs to the genus Russula, which is part of the taxonomic family Russulaceae.

What kingdom does Gilded Brittlegill belong to?

Gilded Brittlegill (Russula aurea) belongs to the kingdom Fungi (真菌界).

What are the closest relatives of Gilded Brittlegill?

The closest relatives of Gilded Brittlegill in the genus Russula include Alpine Brittlegill, Blackening Russula, Blackish-Purple Russula, Bleached Brittlegill, Blue Band Brittlegill.