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mellomlodnetunge

Trichoglossum variabile

Unknown

Overview

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

Trichoglossum variabile faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat degradation from agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to changes in soil chemistry and moisture levels caused by fertilizer runoff and altered drainage patterns. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting precipitation patterns that affect the fungal communities this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This fungal species inhabits nutrient-poor grasslands, particularly old pastures and meadows with acidic soils. It typically occurs in areas with specific soil chemistry conditions and requires stable moisture levels throughout its growing season.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is mellomlodnetunge classified as Endangered?
mellomlodnetunge 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. Trichoglossum variabile faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat degradation from agricultural intensification and urban development across its limited range. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to changes in soil chemistry and moisture levels caused by fertilizer runoff and altered drainage patterns. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting precipitation patterns that affect the fungal communities this species depends upon.
Where does mellomlodnetunge live?
mellomlodnetunge 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 mellomlodnetunge?
The main threats to mellomlodnetunge 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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