CR

Angraecum cribbianum

Declining

Overview

A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.

Angraecum cribbianum faces severe threats from habitat destruction as Madagascar's remaining forests continue to be cleared for agriculture and charcoal production. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to local disturbances, while its specialized epiphytic lifestyle means it depends entirely on mature forest trees that are increasingly rare. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid microclimatic conditions this orchid requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid inhabits the humid montane forests of eastern Madagascar, growing on tree trunks and branches in the forest canopy. It requires the stable, moist microclimate provided by intact primary forest ecosystems at elevations between 800-1200 meters.

Wetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Angraecum cribbianum classified as Critically Endangered?
Angraecum cribbianum is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Angraecum cribbianum faces severe threats from habitat destruction as Madagascar's remaining forests continue to be cleared for agriculture and charcoal production. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to local disturbances, while its specialized epiphytic lifestyle means it depends entirely on mature forest trees that are increasingly rare. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid microclimatic conditions this orchid requires for survival.
Where does Angraecum cribbianum live?
Angraecum cribbianum occurs in Gabon. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Angraecum cribbianum?
The main threats to Angraecum cribbianum are 2.1, 2.1.1, 5.3, and 5.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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