Common Aloe-moss
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Common Aloe-moss

Aloina aloides

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aloina_aloides

Overview

Aloina aloides is a species of moss belonging to the family Pottiaceae. It has a cosmopolitan distribution.

Common Aloe-moss faces significant threats from habitat degradation and loss due to agricultural expansion, urban development, and changes in land use practices that alter the specific soil conditions it requires. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency, which can severely impact this drought-sensitive moss species. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

Common Aloe-moss typically occurs on calcareous soils, disturbed ground, and open habitats including grasslands, agricultural margins, and waste ground. It favors areas with periodic moisture availability and can be found on walls, paths, and other anthropogenic substrates where soil accumulates.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Common Aloe-moss classified as Vulnerable?
Common Aloe-moss 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. Common Aloe-moss faces significant threats from habitat degradation and loss due to agricultural expansion, urban development, and changes in land use practices that alter the specific soil conditions it requires. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency, which can severely impact this drought-sensitive moss species. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human disturbance.
Where does Common Aloe-moss live?
Common Aloe-moss 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 Common Aloe-moss?
The main threats to Common Aloe-moss 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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