VU

Cortinarius splendificus

Declining

Overview

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

Cortinarius splendificus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized old-growth forest ecosystems. The species' dependence on specific mycorrhizal relationships with mature trees makes it particularly vulnerable to logging and forest fragmentation. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions required for fruiting body development.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits mature coniferous and mixed forests, forming essential mycorrhizal partnerships with established tree root systems. It requires undisturbed forest floors with specific soil pH and organic matter conditions typical of old-growth ecosystems.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cortinarius splendificus classified as Vulnerable?
Cortinarius splendificus 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 splendificus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized old-growth forest ecosystems. The species' dependence on specific mycorrhizal relationships with mature trees makes it particularly vulnerable to logging and forest fragmentation. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions required for fruiting body development.
Where does Cortinarius splendificus live?
Cortinarius splendificus occurs in France, Germany, 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 splendificus?
The main threats to Cortinarius splendificus 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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