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Elaphoglossum tovii

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Overview

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

Elaphoglossum tovii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited montane cloud forest range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to alter the specific moisture and temperature conditions required by this epiphytic fern. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic fern inhabits montane cloud forests, typically growing on tree trunks and branches in the humid, mist-shrouded canopy environment. It requires the consistent moisture and stable temperatures characteristic of these specialized high-elevation tropical ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Elaphoglossum tovii classified as Endangered?
Elaphoglossum tovii 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. Elaphoglossum tovii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited montane cloud forest range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to alter the specific moisture and temperature conditions required by this epiphytic fern. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Elaphoglossum tovii live?
Elaphoglossum tovii 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 Elaphoglossum tovii?
The main threats to Elaphoglossum tovii 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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