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Boucardicus victorhernandezi

Unknown

Overview

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

Boucardicus victorhernandezi faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with deforestation for cattle ranching and coffee cultivation fragmenting remaining forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits montane cloud forests and humid tropical forests at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It requires specific microhabitat conditions including high humidity, stable temperatures, and dense canopy cover typical of undisturbed primary forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Boucardicus victorhernandezi classified as Endangered?
Boucardicus victorhernandezi 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 victorhernandezi faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with deforestation for cattle ranching and coffee cultivation fragmenting remaining forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires for survival.
Where does Boucardicus victorhernandezi live?
Boucardicus victorhernandezi 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 victorhernandezi?
The main threats to Boucardicus victorhernandezi 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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