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strandkrimmerlav

Rinodina luridescens

Unknown

Overview

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

Rinodina luridescens faces severe threats from coastal development and infrastructure projects that destroy its specialized rocky shore habitats. Rising sea levels and increased storm intensity due to climate change are eroding the narrow coastal zones where this lichen establishes, while pollution from urban runoff and maritime activities degrades the air quality essential for lichen survival. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local extinction events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This crustose lichen inhabits exposed rocky shores and coastal cliffs in maritime environments, typically growing on siliceous rocks in the spray zone where it receives regular salt exposure. It requires specific microclimate conditions found only in narrow coastal bands with high humidity and clean air quality.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is strandkrimmerlav classified as Endangered?
strandkrimmerlav is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Rinodina luridescens faces severe threats from coastal development and infrastructure projects that destroy its specialized rocky shore habitats. Rising sea levels and increased storm intensity due to climate change are eroding the narrow coastal zones where this lichen establishes, while pollution from urban runoff and maritime activities degrades the air quality essential for lichen survival. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local extinction events.
Where does strandkrimmerlav live?
strandkrimmerlav 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 strandkrimmerlav?
The main threats to strandkrimmerlav 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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