Agonimia allobata
Local name: slät fjällav
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Agonimia allobata faces severe threats from air pollution and acid rain, which alter the chemical composition of its substrate and make conditions unsuitable for growth. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and temperature fluctuations that affect the delicate moisture balance required by this lichen species. Habitat fragmentation and loss of suitable rock surfaces due to quarrying and construction activities further restrict its already limited range.
Habitat
This lichen species grows on calcareous rocks and limestone surfaces in mountainous regions, typically in areas with specific moisture and chemical conditions. It requires stable, undisturbed rock substrates with particular pH levels and is highly sensitive to environmental changes.
Other threatened species in Verrucariaceae
Frequently asked questions
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