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Amazon canoparmelia lichen
Scientific Name: Canoparmelia amazonica
Family: Parmeliaceae
Category: Lichen
Growth: Lichenous
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Amazon Canoparmelia Lichen
The Amazon Canoparmelia Lichen, scientifically known as Canoparmelia amazonica, is a lichen species.
Taxonomy and Nomenclature
- Scientific Name: Canoparmelia amazonica (Nyl.) Elix & Hale
- Common Name: Amazon Canoparmelia Lichen
- Family: Parmeliaceae
- Synonyms: Parmelia (implied)
Distribution and Habitat
- This lichen is found in the Amazon region, including the Venezuelan Amazon and the Brazilian Amazon. Specific locations mentioned include the Subandean Amazon forest in Bolivia and the Caxiuan National Forest in the Brazilian Amazon.
- It grows on the bark of trees in both primary and secondary forests.
Ecological Role
- Canoparmelia amazonica and related species (e.g., Canoparmelia texana) are used as bio-indicators of atmospheric pollution.
Interactions with Other Organisms
- It grows on bark, so interacts with trees and the local bark ecosystem.
Resources and Further Information
- Information can be found via EOL (Encyclopedia of Life).
- ABRS (Checklist of the Lichens of Australia and its Island Territories)