VU

Russule fausse-aurore

Russula lepidicolor

Unknown

Overview

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

Russula lepidicolor 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 essential for mycorrhizal relationships with host trees. The species' limited distribution and specific ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This distinctive mushroom species inhabits mature deciduous and mixed forests, forming essential mycorrhizal partnerships with oak, beech, and other broadleaf trees. It requires well-drained, slightly acidic soils with stable moisture levels and minimal disturbance.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Russule fausse-aurore classified as Vulnerable?
Russule fausse-aurore 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. Russula lepidicolor 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 essential for mycorrhizal relationships with host trees. The species' limited distribution and specific ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes.
Where does Russule fausse-aurore live?
Russule fausse-aurore 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 Russule fausse-aurore?
The main threats to Russule fausse-aurore 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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