VU

serpentinkalklav

Endocarpon psorodeum

Unknown

Overview

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

Endocarpon psorodeum faces severe pressure from limestone quarrying and mining activities that directly destroy its specialized serpentine and calcareous rock substrates. Air pollution, particularly nitrogen deposition and acid rain, alters the chemical composition of its rocky habitat, making conditions unsuitable for this pollution-sensitive lichen. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and temperature extremes that affect the delicate moisture balance required for photosynthesis and reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This specialized lichen grows exclusively on serpentine rocks and calcareous substrates, particularly limestone outcrops and dolomite formations in mountainous regions. It requires specific chemical conditions provided by these alkaline rock types and is typically found in areas with moderate moisture levels and limited direct sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is serpentinkalklav classified as Vulnerable?
serpentinkalklav 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. Endocarpon psorodeum faces severe pressure from limestone quarrying and mining activities that directly destroy its specialized serpentine and calcareous rock substrates. Air pollution, particularly nitrogen deposition and acid rain, alters the chemical composition of its rocky habitat, making conditions unsuitable for this pollution-sensitive lichen. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns and temperature extremes that affect the delicate moisture balance required for photosynthesis and reproduction.
Where does serpentinkalklav live?
serpentinkalklav 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 serpentinkalklav?
The main threats to serpentinkalklav 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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