IUCN SSC Lichen Specialist Group
IUCN COMMISSION GROUP

IUCN SSC Lichen Specialist Group

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Overview and description

Description:
Lichens are a diverse and widespread group of fungi, visible all year round and responsive to changes in the environment. The LSG promotes their conservation by building global networks of people ...

Lichens are a diverse and widespread group of fungi, visible all year round and responsive to changes in the environment. The LSG promotes their conservation by building global networks of people, promoting research and raising awareness of their conservation status and needs.

Group leadership

Dr Rebecca YAHR
Co-Chair
Ms Jessica ALLEN
Co-Chair
Dr Christoph SCHEIDEGGER
Red List Authority Coordinator