Albatrellus subrubescens
VU

Albatrellus subrubescens

Local name: Rötender Schafporling

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.

Albatrellus subrubescens faces severe decline due to the loss of old-growth coniferous forests, particularly those containing its preferred host trees. Intensive forestry practices and clear-cutting have eliminated much of the mature forest habitat essential for this mycorrhizal fungus. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering forest composition and moisture regimes critical for fruiting body development.

Threat summary

Habitat

This rare polypore fungus inhabits mature coniferous forests, forming mycorrhizal associations with spruce and fir trees in montane and subalpine environments. It requires undisturbed forest ecosystems with stable soil conditions and specific moisture levels for successful fruiting.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rötender Schafporling classified as Vulnerable?
Rötender Schafporling 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. Albatrellus subrubescens faces severe decline due to the loss of old-growth coniferous forests, particularly those containing its preferred host trees. Intensive forestry practices and clear-cutting have eliminated much of the mature forest habitat essential for this mycorrhizal fungus. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering forest composition and moisture regimes critical for fruiting body development.
Where does Rötender Schafporling live?
Rötender Schafporling 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 Rötender Schafporling?
The main threats to Rötender Schafporling 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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