The study on Campylopus introflexus distribution in disturbed peatlands of Lithuaniarevealed that Radiola linoides (Red Data Book of Lithuania, 3rd (R) category) was growing in the same habitats as the invasive moss species. No significant correlation was determined between the abundance of Radiola linoides and percent cover of Campylopus introflexus. Individuals of Radiola linoides were recorded growing on the carpets of Campylopus introflexus as well as on bare peat. Significantly negative correlation was observed between the abundance of Radiola linoides and percent cover of native moss Polytrichum strictum.
Keywords: invasive species, Campylopus introflexus, Polytrichum strictum, Red Data Book, Lithuania.