VU

Cortinarius murellensis

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Cortinarius murellensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within Australian temperate forests. The species' dependence on specific mycorrhizal relationships with native tree species makes it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and altered soil conditions. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that could disrupt the delicate ecological balance required for fruiting body formation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This fungus occurs in temperate eucalyptus and mixed native forests of southeastern Australia, forming mycorrhizal associations with specific tree species. It typically fruits in moist, well-drained soils with rich organic matter under established forest canopy.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cortinarius murellensis classified as Vulnerable?
Cortinarius murellensis 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. Cortinarius murellensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within Australian temperate forests. The species' dependence on specific mycorrhizal relationships with native tree species makes it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and altered soil conditions. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting precipitation patterns and temperature regimes that could disrupt the delicate ecological balance required for fruiting body formation.
Where does Cortinarius murellensis live?
Cortinarius murellensis occurs in France, Italy, and Spain. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cortinarius murellensis?
The main threats to Cortinarius murellensis 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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