ENEndangered
Elaphoglossum spectabile
Declining
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Grassland· major
Other threatened species in DRYOPTERIDACEAE
Threatened in Ecuador
Frequently asked questions
Why is Elaphoglossum spectabile classified as Endangered?
Elaphoglossum spectabile 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Elaphoglossum spectabile live?
Elaphoglossum spectabile occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Elaphoglossum spectabile?
The main threats to Elaphoglossum spectabile are 5.3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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