White Hedgehog
VU

White Hedgehog

Hydnum albidum

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.

The White Hedgehog faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to intensive forestry practices that alter soil chemistry and mycorrhizal networks essential for fruiting body development. Climate change compounds these threats by disrupting the delicate moisture and temperature conditions required for spore germination and mycelial growth. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment the old-growth and mature forest ecosystems where this species typically establishes symbiotic relationships with host trees.

Threat summary

Habitat

The White Hedgehog inhabits mature deciduous and mixed forests, particularly those with well-established mycorrhizal networks in nutrient-rich, calcareous soils. It forms symbiotic relationships with various tree species including beech, oak, and birch, typically fruiting in late summer through autumn in undisturbed woodland environments.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is White Hedgehog classified as Vulnerable?
White Hedgehog 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. The White Hedgehog faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to intensive forestry practices that alter soil chemistry and mycorrhizal networks essential for fruiting body development. Climate change compounds these threats by disrupting the delicate moisture and temperature conditions required for spore germination and mycelial growth. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment the old-growth and mature forest ecosystems where this species typically establishes symbiotic relationships with host trees.
Where does White Hedgehog live?
White Hedgehog 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 White Hedgehog?
The main threats to White Hedgehog 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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