Gilded Bolete
VU

Gilded Bolete

Aureoboletus gentilis

Unknown

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Overview

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

The Gilded Bolete faces significant pressure from habitat degradation as old-growth and mature forest ecosystems are converted for agriculture and urban development. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions required for mycorrhizal relationships with host trees. Collection pressure from commercial and recreational foragers targeting this prized edible species has intensified in recent years, potentially disrupting local population dynamics.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Gilded Bolete inhabits mature deciduous and mixed forests, forming essential mycorrhizal partnerships with oak, beech, and other hardwood trees. It typically occurs in well-drained, slightly acidic soils with rich organic matter, preferring undisturbed forest floors with established leaf litter layers.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gilded Bolete classified as Vulnerable?
Gilded Bolete 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. The Gilded Bolete faces significant pressure from habitat degradation as old-growth and mature forest ecosystems are converted for agriculture and urban development. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions required for mycorrhizal relationships with host trees. Collection pressure from commercial and recreational foragers targeting this prized edible species has intensified in recent years, potentially disrupting local population dynamics.
Where does Gilded Bolete live?
Gilded Bolete 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 Gilded Bolete?
The main threats to Gilded Bolete 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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