VU

Hohenbuehelia valesiaca

Local name: filtgelémusling

Unknown

Overview

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

Hohenbuehelia valesiaca faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized alpine and subalpine forest environments. The species' dependence on specific host trees and microclimate conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to forest management practices and climate-induced shifts in montane ecosystems. Limited distribution across fragmented mountain habitats further compounds conservation challenges.

Threat summary

Habitat

This saprophytic fungus inhabits alpine and subalpine coniferous forests, typically growing on decaying wood of specific host trees in montane environments. It requires the specialized microclimate conditions found in mature mountain forests at elevations between 1000-2000 meters.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is filtgelémusling classified as Vulnerable?
filtgelémusling 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. Hohenbuehelia valesiaca faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized alpine and subalpine forest environments. The species' dependence on specific host trees and microclimate conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to forest management practices and climate-induced shifts in montane ecosystems. Limited distribution across fragmented mountain habitats further compounds conservation challenges.
Where does filtgelémusling live?
filtgelémusling 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 filtgelémusling?
The main threats to filtgelémusling 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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