ENEndangered
Leucopaxillus compactus
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Overview
Leucopaxillus compactus is a species of fungus belonging to the family Tricholomataceae.
Leucopaxillus compactus is declining primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of its specialized calcareous grassland and woodland edge environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to changes in land use, including agricultural intensification and urban development, which destroy or fragment its preferred habitats.
Habitat
TERRESTRIAL· major
Other threatened species in Tricholomataceae
Frequently asked questions
Why is Leucopaxillus compactus classified as Endangered?
Leucopaxillus compactus 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. Leucopaxillus compactus is declining primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of its specialized calcareous grassland and woodland edge environments. The species is particularly vulnerable to changes in land use, including agricultural intensification and urban development, which destroy or fragment its preferred habitats.
Where does Leucopaxillus compactus live?
Leucopaxillus compactus 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 Leucopaxillus compactus?
The main threats to Leucopaxillus compactus 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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