VUVulnerable

Leptogium inversum

Unknown

Overview

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

Leptogium inversum faces severe decline due to air pollution, particularly nitrogen deposition and sulfur compounds that alter the chemical balance of its substrate. Urban development and industrial activities have degraded many of its traditional habitats, while climate change creates increasingly unsuitable microclimatic conditions for this pollution-sensitive lichen species.
Threat summary

Habitat

This foliose lichen typically grows on bark of deciduous trees, particularly in old-growth and mature forest environments with stable microclimatic conditions. It requires clean air and specific humidity levels, making it highly sensitive to environmental changes and pollution.

Other threatened species in COLLEMATACEAE

Leptogium hibernicum

Declining

Threatened in Colombia

Helena's Marsupial Frog

Gastrotheca helenae

Stable

Frequently asked questions

Why is Leptogium inversum classified as Vulnerable?

Leptogium inversum 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. Leptogium inversum faces severe decline due to air pollution, particularly nitrogen deposition and sulfur compounds that alter the chemical balance of its substrate. Urban development and industrial activities have degraded many of its traditional habitats, while climate change creates increasingly unsuitable microclimatic conditions for this pollution-sensitive lichen species.

Where does Leptogium inversum live?

Leptogium inversum occurs in Colombia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.

What are the main threats to Leptogium inversum?

The main threats to Leptogium inversum 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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