VU

Cortinarius caesiocanescens

Unknown

Overview

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

Cortinarius caesiocanescens faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized forest ecosystems. The species' dependence on specific mycorrhizal relationships with particular tree species makes it highly vulnerable to forest management practices that alter soil chemistry and canopy composition. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting temperature and moisture regimes beyond the narrow tolerances required for fruiting body development.

Threat summary

Habitat

This rare fungus occurs in mature coniferous and mixed forests, forming essential mycorrhizal associations with specific tree species. It requires undisturbed forest floors with stable soil conditions and particular moisture and temperature regimes for successful fruiting.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Cortinarius venustus

Unknown
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Cortinarius betulinus

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Cortinarius fuscoperonatus

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Cortinarius rubricosus

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Cortinarius caesiocanescens classified as Vulnerable?
Cortinarius caesiocanescens 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. Cortinarius caesiocanescens faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its specialized forest ecosystems. The species' dependence on specific mycorrhizal relationships with particular tree species makes it highly vulnerable to forest management practices that alter soil chemistry and canopy composition. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting temperature and moisture regimes beyond the narrow tolerances required for fruiting body development.
Where does Cortinarius caesiocanescens live?
Cortinarius caesiocanescens 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 Cortinarius caesiocanescens?
The main threats to Cortinarius caesiocanescens 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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