VU

muskotspindling

Cortinarius phaeosmus

Unknown

Overview

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

The muskotspindling faces severe pressure from habitat degradation as old-growth coniferous forests are cleared for timber harvesting and urban development. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions this mycorrhizal fungus requires for fruiting. The species' dependence on specific host tree relationships makes it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, which disrupts the complex underground fungal networks essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

The muskotspindling inhabits mature coniferous forests, particularly those dominated by spruce and fir species, where it forms essential mycorrhizal partnerships with tree roots. This fungus requires undisturbed forest floors with specific soil pH conditions and consistent moisture levels found in old-growth woodland ecosystems.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is muskotspindling classified as Vulnerable?
muskotspindling 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. The muskotspindling faces severe pressure from habitat degradation as old-growth coniferous forests are cleared for timber harvesting and urban development. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions this mycorrhizal fungus requires for fruiting. The species' dependence on specific host tree relationships makes it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, which disrupts the complex underground fungal networks essential for its survival.
Where does muskotspindling live?
muskotspindling 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 muskotspindling?
The main threats to muskotspindling 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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