Angel's Hair
Ramalina thrausta
Ramalina thrausta is a species of fruticose lichen belonging to the family Ramalinaceae. It is found in Europe and Northern America.
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Taxonomy & Classification
Kingdom
Fungi
Phylum
Ascomycota
Class
Lecanoromycetes
Order
Lecanorales
Family
Ramalinaceae
Genus
Ramalina
Angel's Hair belongs to the family Ramalinaceae, order Lecanorales, within the Lecanoromycetes class.
Species Profile
Ramalina thrausta is a species of fruticose lichen belonging to the family Ramalinaceae. It is found in Europe and Northern America.
Angel's Hair (Ramalina thrausta) faces significant threats from air pollution and habitat degradation, as this sensitive lichen species requires clean air conditions to survive. Urban development and industrial activities have reduced suitable habitat and increased atmospheric pollutants that directly impact lichen health and reproduction.
Key Facts
Habitat & Distribution
This fruticose lichen grows on bark of deciduous and coniferous trees in coastal and montane forests, particularly favoring areas with high humidity and clean air conditions. It is typically found in old-growth forests and mature woodland environments where air quality remains relatively unpolluted.
Threats
Air pollution from industrial and vehicular emissions
Habitat loss due to urban development
Acid rain and atmospheric nitrogen deposition
Climate change altering temperature and humidity patterns
Collection pressure for scientific and commercial purposes
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Sources & Attribution
How to Cite
IUCN: IUCN (2025). The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Version 2025-1. Available at: https://www.iucnredlist.org. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2025-1.RLTS
GBIF: GBIF.org (2025). GBIF Home Page. Available at: https://www.gbif.org
This page: SpeciesRadar (2025). Angel's Hair (Ramalina thrausta). SpeciesRadar: Intelligence for Earth's Biodiversity. Available at: https://speciesradar.org/species/angels-hair