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Pholiota henningsii

Local name: Moor-Schüppling

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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.

Pholiota henningsii faces severe decline due to the destruction and fragmentation of its specialized moorland habitats across northern Europe. Drainage of wetlands for agriculture and peat extraction has eliminated many historical sites, while climate change threatens the delicate moisture balance these fungi require. The species' dependence on specific bryophyte communities and decaying organic matter in pristine moorland ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This rare fungus inhabits pristine moorland and bog ecosystems, growing among Sphagnum moss and other bryophytes in acidic, waterlogged conditions. It requires undisturbed peatland environments with specific moisture levels and organic substrate composition found in northern European moors.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Moor-Schüppling classified as Endangered?
Moor-Schüppling 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. Pholiota henningsii faces severe decline due to the destruction and fragmentation of its specialized moorland habitats across northern Europe. Drainage of wetlands for agriculture and peat extraction has eliminated many historical sites, while climate change threatens the delicate moisture balance these fungi require. The species' dependence on specific bryophyte communities and decaying organic matter in pristine moorland ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation.
Where does Moor-Schüppling live?
Moor-Schüppling 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 Moor-Schüppling?
The main threats to Moor-Schüppling 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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