What Do the First 597 Global Fungal Red List Assessments Tell Us about the Threat Status of Fungi?

Fungal species are not immune to the threats facing animals and plants thus also prone extinction. Yet, until 2015, fungi were nearly absent on IUCN Red List. Recent efforts identify fungal under threat have significantly increased number of published assessments. The 597 in 2022-1 List update (21 July 2022) basis for first global review extinction risk they face. Nearly 50% assessed threatened, with 10% NT 9% DD. For regions a larger assessments (i.e., Europe, North America, South America), subanalyses provided. Data lichenized nonlichenized summarized separately. Habitat loss/degradation followed by climate change, invasive species, pollution primary identified threats. Bias data is discussed along knowledge gaps. Suggested actions address these gaps provided discussion use facilitate on-the-ground conservation efforts. A research agenda mycology assist assessment process implementation effective species/habitat management presented.