Blozend staalsteeltje
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Blozend staalsteeltje

Entoloma cruentatum

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Overview

Blozend staalsteeltje (Entoloma cruentatum) is a distinctive mushroom species characterized by its steel-blue to grayish cap with a metallic sheen and reddish-pink spore print. This saprotrophic fungus plays a crucial ecological role in decomposing organic matter in forest ecosystems, contributing to nutrient cycling and soil health.

Blozend staalsteeltje faces significant threats from habitat degradation and loss of suitable woodland environments due to agricultural expansion and urban development. Climate change and pollution are altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions required for this fungal species to thrive, while overcollection by foragers in some regions further pressures vulnerable populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species occurs in deciduous and mixed woodlands, particularly beech and oak forests with rich, calcareous soils. It typically fruits in grasslands adjacent to woodland edges and in parks with mature trees, preferring areas with stable soil moisture and organic matter.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Blozend staalsteeltje classified as Vulnerable?
Blozend staalsteeltje is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Blozend staalsteeltje faces significant threats from habitat degradation and loss of suitable woodland environments due to agricultural expansion and urban development. Climate change and pollution are altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions required for this fungal species to thrive, while overcollection by foragers in some regions further pressures vulnerable populations.
Where does Blozend staalsteeltje live?
Blozend staalsteeltje occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Blozend staalsteeltje?
The main threats to Blozend staalsteeltje are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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