VU

Calamagrostis fulgida

Unknown

Overview

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

Calamagrostis fulgida faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its limited montane grassland habitat. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, while overgrazing by cattle and sheep degrades the specialized alpine meadow conditions it requires. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may shift suitable habitat to higher elevations beyond the species' current range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This grass species inhabits high-altitude alpine and subalpine meadows, typically found in moist, well-drained soils between 2,000-3,500 meters elevation. It grows in specialized montane grassland communities that experience seasonal snow cover and require specific moisture and temperature regimes.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Calamagrostis fulgida classified as Vulnerable?
Calamagrostis fulgida is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Calamagrostis fulgida faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its limited montane grassland habitat. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion, while overgrazing by cattle and sheep degrades the specialized alpine meadow conditions it requires. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may shift suitable habitat to higher elevations beyond the species' current range.
Where does Calamagrostis fulgida live?
Calamagrostis fulgida 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 Calamagrostis fulgida?
The main threats to Calamagrostis fulgida 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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