VUVulnerable
Iolaus arborifera
Unknown
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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.
Habitat
Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major
Other threatened species in LYCAENIDAE
Threatened in Kenya
Frequently asked questions
Why is Iolaus arborifera classified as Vulnerable?
Iolaus arborifera 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Iolaus arborifera live?
Iolaus arborifera occurs in Kenya. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Iolaus arborifera?
The main threats to Iolaus arborifera are 11.1, 2.1, 5.3, and 5.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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