Pallid Brittlegill
VU

Pallid Brittlegill

Russula raoultii

Unknown

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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.

The Pallid Brittlegill faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to intensive forestry practices and urban development fragmenting its specialized woodland ecosystems. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions this mycorrhizal species requires for successful fruiting. Agricultural expansion and soil contamination from industrial activities further compromise the root systems of host trees essential for this fungus's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Pallid Brittlegill inhabits mature deciduous and mixed woodlands, forming mycorrhizal associations primarily with oak, beech, and birch trees. It requires well-drained, slightly acidic soils with stable organic matter content and typically fruits in undisturbed forest floor environments.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pallid Brittlegill classified as Vulnerable?
Pallid Brittlegill 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 Pallid Brittlegill faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to intensive forestry practices and urban development fragmenting its specialized woodland ecosystems. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the delicate soil chemistry and moisture conditions this mycorrhizal species requires for successful fruiting. Agricultural expansion and soil contamination from industrial activities further compromise the root systems of host trees essential for this fungus's survival.
Where does Pallid Brittlegill live?
Pallid Brittlegill 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 Pallid Brittlegill?
The main threats to Pallid Brittlegill 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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