Bovista aestivalis (Bonord.) Demouln is a morphologically variable species also known as Bovista polymorpha (Vittad.)Kreisel (basionym Lycoperdon polymorphum Vittad,) and Lycoperdon ericetorum ss Perdeck. In the current concept B. coloratum (Peck) Kreisel and B. pusilliforme Kreisel are included. Research with a wide geographical sampling will be necessary to finally resolve the taxonomic situation with regard to B. aestivalis in its current sense.

A frequent and widely distributed species (particularly in the northern hemishere, but also present in South America and Australia. No immediate threats. It is suggested as LC

Bovista aestivalis is widely distributed over the northern hemisphere but is known from scattered records also in South America (Brazil) and Australia.

Large world population; stable population trend

Bovista aestivalis is mainly a species of open grassland but is sometimes found also in light deciduous woodland, including subalpine woodlands in low arctic/alpine environments.

No threats can currently be detected.

No conservation actions needed momentarily.

Research is needed to resolve the species limits of B. aestivalis and its closest relatives. The species has a wide geographic range and several species might be involved in the current concept. Molecular-based research with a wide geographical sampling and studies of type materials as well as designation of epitypes is urgent.

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