Gymnopilus fulgens
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Gymnopilus fulgens

Local name: Glänzender Moor-Flämmling

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Overview

Gymnopilus fulgens is a species of mushroom in the family Hymenogastraceae. It was given its current name by mycologist Rolf Singer in 1951.

Glänzender Moor-Flämmling (Gymnopilus fulgens) is declining primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of its specialized bog and wetland ecosystems. Drainage of peatlands for agriculture and development, along with climate change affecting moisture regimes, are the primary drivers of population decline for this endangered fungal species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Gymnopilus fulgens grows among moss, on peaty soil, charred sphagnum, or burned-over soil. In the United States, it has been collected in Michigan, but it has also been found in Europe. It fruits from June to September.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Glänzender Moor-Flämmling classified as Endangered?
Glänzender Moor-Flämmling 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. Glänzender Moor-Flämmling (Gymnopilus fulgens) is declining primarily due to habitat loss and degradation of its specialized bog and wetland ecosystems. Drainage of peatlands for agriculture and development, along with climate change affecting moisture regimes, are the primary drivers of population decline for this endangered fungal species.
Where does Glänzender Moor-Flämmling live?
Glänzender Moor-Flämmling 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 Glänzender Moor-Flämmling?
The main threats to Glänzender Moor-Flämmling 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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