VU

Habenaria mairei

Unknown

Overview

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

Habenaria mairei faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and intensive farming practices that destroy its specialized grassland habitats. The species is particularly vulnerable to overgrazing by livestock, which degrades the soil conditions and plant communities it depends upon. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the delicate moisture balance required for this orchid's growth and reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This terrestrial orchid inhabits montane grasslands, meadows, and open slopes at elevations between 2,000-4,000 meters in the Himalayan region. It typically grows in well-drained soils among grasses and other herbaceous plants in areas with seasonal moisture patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Habenaria mairei classified as Vulnerable?
Habenaria mairei 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. Habenaria mairei faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and intensive farming practices that destroy its specialized grassland habitats. The species is particularly vulnerable to overgrazing by livestock, which degrades the soil conditions and plant communities it depends upon. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the delicate moisture balance required for this orchid's growth and reproduction.
Where does Habenaria mairei live?
Habenaria mairei 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 Habenaria mairei?
The main threats to Habenaria mairei 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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