stiftpuslelav
CR

stiftpuslelav

Micarea stipitata

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.

Micarea stipitata faces severe threats from air pollution and habitat degradation, particularly in urban and industrial areas where this lichen species struggles to survive. The species is highly sensitive to atmospheric pollutants and changes in substrate quality, making it vulnerable to ongoing environmental pressures across its limited range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This crustose lichen species typically grows on bark of deciduous trees and occasionally on wood substrates in humid, shaded environments. It favors areas with clean air and stable microclimatic conditions, often found in mature forests and well-preserved woodland habitats.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is stiftpuslelav classified as Critically Endangered?
stiftpuslelav is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Micarea stipitata faces severe threats from air pollution and habitat degradation, particularly in urban and industrial areas where this lichen species struggles to survive. The species is highly sensitive to atmospheric pollutants and changes in substrate quality, making it vulnerable to ongoing environmental pressures across its limited range.
Where does stiftpuslelav live?
stiftpuslelav 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 stiftpuslelav?
The main threats to stiftpuslelav 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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