Albatrellus citrinus
VU

Albatrellus citrinus

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.

Albatrellus citrinus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to intensive forestry practices and logging activities that alter the mycorrhizal relationships essential for its survival. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting temperature and moisture regimes in its preferred coniferous forest habitats. The species' specialized ecological requirements and limited dispersal ability make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and changes in forest management practices.

Threat summary

Habitat

This fungus occurs in mature coniferous forests, particularly those dominated by spruce and pine, where it forms mycorrhizal associations with tree roots. It typically fruits in mossy areas and forest clearings within these ecosystems, requiring specific soil chemistry and moisture conditions.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Albatrellus citrinus classified as Vulnerable?
Albatrellus citrinus 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. Albatrellus citrinus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to intensive forestry practices and logging activities that alter the mycorrhizal relationships essential for its survival. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting temperature and moisture regimes in its preferred coniferous forest habitats. The species' specialized ecological requirements and limited dispersal ability make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation and changes in forest management practices.
Where does Albatrellus citrinus live?
Albatrellus citrinus 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 Albatrellus citrinus?
The main threats to Albatrellus citrinus 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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