Golden Gilled Bolete
VU

Golden Gilled Bolete

Phylloporus pelletieri

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Phylloporus_pelletieri

Overview

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

The Golden Gilled Bolete faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical and subtropical forests. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions this mycorrhizal species requires for successful fruiting and spore dispersal. Over-collection by mushroom foragers and commercial harvesters has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Golden Gilled Bolete inhabits mature tropical and subtropical forests, forming mycorrhizal associations with hardwood trees. It typically occurs in undisturbed forest ecosystems with rich organic soil layers and consistent moisture levels.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Golden Gilled Bolete classified as Vulnerable?
Golden Gilled 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 Golden Gilled Bolete faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical and subtropical forests. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions this mycorrhizal species requires for successful fruiting and spore dispersal. Over-collection by mushroom foragers and commercial harvesters has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.
Where does Golden Gilled Bolete live?
Golden Gilled 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 Golden Gilled Bolete?
The main threats to Golden Gilled 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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