VU

Harmogenanina argentea

Unknown

Overview

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

Harmogenanina argentea faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within tropical montane forests. Deforestation for agricultural expansion and logging activities have fragmented its specialized microhabitat requirements. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture and temperature conditions essential for this species' survival in high-altitude forest ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical montane forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters, requiring specific moisture and temperature conditions found in cloud forest environments. It typically occurs in undisturbed primary forest with dense canopy cover and high humidity levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Harmogenanina argentea classified as Vulnerable?
Harmogenanina argentea 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. Harmogenanina argentea faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within tropical montane forests. Deforestation for agricultural expansion and logging activities have fragmented its specialized microhabitat requirements. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture and temperature conditions essential for this species' survival in high-altitude forest ecosystems.
Where does Harmogenanina argentea live?
Harmogenanina argentea 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 Harmogenanina argentea?
The main threats to Harmogenanina argentea 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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