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Fungi now have a global conservation strategy

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Briefings

On October 21, 2026, fungi conservationists from 30 countries, led by Greg Mueller, launched the first global conservation strategy for fungal species. The strategy integrates fungal protection into the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework at COP17 in Armenia. Key facts include the 160,000 known fungal species and the goal to halt extinction risk by integrating fungi into international negotiations. The strategy aims to spur new research and protect rare species, though current data on conservation status remains limited for most species.

Key points

• A global conservation strategy for fungi was launched on October 21, 2026, at COP17 in Armenia, involving conservationists from 30 countries led by Greg Mueller.
• The strategy aims to integrate fungal conservation into the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework to address the lack of data on most fungal species' conservation status.

Context

Fungi are recognized as ecosystem engineers responsible for life on Earth, yet international negotiations have historically overlooked them. This strategy marks a significant shift by integrating fungi into the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework at COP17 in Armenia.

Limitations

Current data on the conservation status of most fungal species remains limited. The strategy aims to spur new research and protect rare species, but specific conservation statuses for many species are not yet fully documented.

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