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karamelsatijnzwam

Entoloma sacchariolens

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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.

Entoloma sacchariolens faces severe decline due to the widespread destruction and fragmentation of old-growth deciduous forests across Europe. Agricultural intensification and urban development have eliminated much of its specialized habitat, while remaining forest patches suffer from altered soil chemistry due to nitrogen deposition and acid rain. The species' dependence on specific mycorrhizal relationships with ancient tree root systems makes it particularly vulnerable to forest management practices that favor younger plantations over mature woodland ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This rare fungus inhabits mature deciduous and mixed forests, particularly those dominated by beech, oak, and hornbeam trees. It forms mycorrhizal associations with tree roots in nutrient-rich, calcareous soils of ancient woodland systems that have remained undisturbed for centuries.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is karamelsatijnzwam classified as Vulnerable?
karamelsatijnzwam 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. Entoloma sacchariolens faces severe decline due to the widespread destruction and fragmentation of old-growth deciduous forests across Europe. Agricultural intensification and urban development have eliminated much of its specialized habitat, while remaining forest patches suffer from altered soil chemistry due to nitrogen deposition and acid rain. The species' dependence on specific mycorrhizal relationships with ancient tree root systems makes it particularly vulnerable to forest management practices that favor younger plantations over mature woodland ecosystems.
Where does karamelsatijnzwam live?
karamelsatijnzwam 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 karamelsatijnzwam?
The main threats to karamelsatijnzwam 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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