VU

staketflamlav

Ramboldia insidiosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Ramboldia insidiosa faces significant pressure from air pollution and acid rain, which alter the chemical composition of its bark substrates and reduce lichen diversity in urban and industrial areas. Climate change poses an additional threat through increased temperature fluctuations and altered precipitation patterns that affect the delicate moisture balance required for this crustose lichen's survival. Habitat fragmentation from urban development further isolates populations and reduces genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This crustose lichen grows primarily on the bark of deciduous trees in temperate forests and woodland edges, particularly favoring oak and maple species. It typically occurs in areas with moderate air quality and stable moisture conditions, from sea level to montane elevations.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Other threatened species in Ramboldiaceae

EN

oresinoberlav

Ramboldia subcinnabarina

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is staketflamlav classified as Vulnerable?
staketflamlav 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. Ramboldia insidiosa faces significant pressure from air pollution and acid rain, which alter the chemical composition of its bark substrates and reduce lichen diversity in urban and industrial areas. Climate change poses an additional threat through increased temperature fluctuations and altered precipitation patterns that affect the delicate moisture balance required for this crustose lichen's survival. Habitat fragmentation from urban development further isolates populations and reduces genetic diversity.
Where does staketflamlav live?
staketflamlav 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 staketflamlav?
The main threats to staketflamlav 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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