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Boucardicus esetrae

Unknown

Overview

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

Boucardicus esetrae faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in its limited range are cleared for agriculture and human settlement. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the specific moisture and temperature conditions required by this cloud forest specialist.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters, requiring the specific humidity and temperature conditions found in these mist-shrouded ecosystems. It is typically associated with epiphyte-rich forest areas where moisture levels remain consistently high throughout the year.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Boucardicus esetrae classified as Endangered?
Boucardicus esetrae 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. Boucardicus esetrae faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in its limited range are cleared for agriculture and human settlement. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the specific moisture and temperature conditions required by this cloud forest specialist.
Where does Boucardicus esetrae live?
Boucardicus esetrae occurs in Madagascar. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Boucardicus esetrae?
The main threats to Boucardicus esetrae are ai-1, ai-2, ai-3, and ai-4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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