Elaeagnus tarokoensis
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Elaeagnus tarokoensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction due to infrastructure development and tourism expansion within its limited range in Taiwan's mountainous regions. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks by altering the specific environmental conditions required for its survival. Road construction and recreational activities in its native habitat continue to fragment remaining populations.
Habitat
This endemic species inhabits montane forests and rocky slopes in Taiwan's central mountain ranges, typically found at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters. It grows in well-drained soils along forest edges and disturbed areas within its highly restricted geographic range.
