VU

Mycetophila confusa

Unknown

Overview

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

Mycetophila confusa faces significant threats from habitat degradation and fragmentation of its specialized fungal microhabitats within forest ecosystems. The species' dependence on specific fungal communities makes it particularly vulnerable to changes in forest composition and mycorrhizal networks. Climate change poses additional risks by altering the moisture and temperature conditions necessary for its fungal food sources to thrive.

Threat summary

Habitat

Mycetophila confusa inhabits mature forest environments where it depends on specific fungal communities growing on decaying organic matter and in soil substrates. The species requires stable, humid microhabitats with established mycorrhizal networks and diverse fungal assemblages.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mycetophila confusa classified as Vulnerable?
Mycetophila confusa 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. Mycetophila confusa faces significant threats from habitat degradation and fragmentation of its specialized fungal microhabitats within forest ecosystems. The species' dependence on specific fungal communities makes it particularly vulnerable to changes in forest composition and mycorrhizal networks. Climate change poses additional risks by altering the moisture and temperature conditions necessary for its fungal food sources to thrive.
Where does Mycetophila confusa live?
Mycetophila confusa occurs in Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Germany, Norway, and Poland (plus 4 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Mycetophila confusa?
The main threats to Mycetophila confusa 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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