VU

nunnespindling

Cortinarius foetens

Unknown

Overview

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

Cortinarius foetens faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized old-growth coniferous forest ecosystems. The species' dependence on mature forest mycorrhizal networks makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and forest fragmentation. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and moisture conditions essential for fruiting body development and spore dispersal.

Threat summary

Habitat

This fungus inhabits mature coniferous forests, particularly those dominated by spruce and fir species, where it forms mycorrhizal associations with tree roots. It typically occurs in undisturbed forest floors with rich organic matter and stable moisture conditions.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is nunnespindling classified as Vulnerable?
nunnespindling 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. Cortinarius foetens faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized old-growth coniferous forest ecosystems. The species' dependence on mature forest mycorrhizal networks makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and forest fragmentation. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and moisture conditions essential for fruiting body development and spore dispersal.
Where does nunnespindling live?
nunnespindling 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 nunnespindling?
The main threats to nunnespindling 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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