Lichen  (Teloschistes chrysopthalmus)

Range

At present, this lichen is currently not known from UK, but it is widely thought that it could reappear (6). The most recent records are from Cornwall in 1997 and 1998, and Devon in 1966 (3), but it has since disappeared from both of these areas (6). It is believed to be extinct in Northern Ireland, but is still recorded in south-western Ireland (5). Elsewhere, it is widespread in warm areas of both hemispheres (5).

Habitat

Found on well-lit twigs on shrubs and small trees, and prefers sheltered and sunny areas (3). In the UK, known habitats include old orchards and hedgerows, but it has also been seen growing on fence posts and other timber structures near the coast (3).

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