Craterellus olivaceoluteus
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Craterellus olivaceoluteus faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical montane forests. The species' specialized ecological requirements and apparent narrow distribution make it particularly vulnerable to forest conversion for agriculture and urban development. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting temperature and precipitation patterns may alter the delicate forest conditions this fungus requires for fruiting and reproduction.
Habitat
This species inhabits tropical montane forests, typically occurring in areas with specific soil and moisture conditions that support its mycorrhizal associations. It appears to favor undisturbed forest environments with stable microclimatic conditions essential for fungal development and spore production.
