Clavaire variable
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Clavaire variable

Ramaria fennica

Unknown

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Overview

Ramaria fennica, commonly known as the bitter coral, is a coral mushroom in the family Gomphaceae. It is found in Australia, Europe and North America.

Ramaria fennica is declining primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of old-growth coniferous forests where it forms mycorrhizal associations. The species is particularly vulnerable to forestry practices that remove mature trees and alter forest structure, as well as environmental changes that affect its fungal ecology.

Threat summary

Habitat

Fruit bodies grow on the ground singly, scattered, or in groups, often with tanoak (in North America). A generally uncommon species, it sometimes fruits prolifically. It is also known from Europe and Australia.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Other threatened species in Gomphaceae

Gautieria morchelliformisVU

Gautieria morchelliformis

Unknown
gullkorallsoppCR

gullkorallsopp

Ramaria brunneicontusa

Unknown
Pig's EarCR

Pig's Ear

Gomphus clavatus

Unknown
EN

Ramaria fumigata

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Clavaire variable classified as Endangered?
Clavaire variable is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Ramaria fennica is declining primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of old-growth coniferous forests where it forms mycorrhizal associations. The species is particularly vulnerable to forestry practices that remove mature trees and alter forest structure, as well as environmental changes that affect its fungal ecology.
Where does Clavaire variable live?
Clavaire variable 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 Clavaire variable?
The main threats to Clavaire variable 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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