ENEndangered
Rhinolophus cognatus
Declining
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Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· majorRocky areas· majorCaves and subterranean habitats· major
Other threatened species in RHINOLOPHIDAE
Frequently asked questions
Why is Rhinolophus cognatus classified as Endangered?
Rhinolophus cognatus is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Rhinolophus cognatus live?
Rhinolophus cognatus occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Rhinolophus cognatus?
The main threats to Rhinolophus cognatus are 5.1, and 5.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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