VU

Justicia ukagurensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Justicia ukagurensis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and small-scale farming activities that fragment and degrade its montane forest habitat. The species' restricted range in the Ukaguru Mountains makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while collection for traditional medicinal uses may pose additional pressure on remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits montane forest environments in the Ukaguru Mountains of Tanzania, typically occurring in moist forest understory and forest edge habitats at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. The species appears to prefer areas with consistent moisture and partial shade within the montane forest ecosystem.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Justicia ukagurensis classified as Vulnerable?
Justicia ukagurensis 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. Justicia ukagurensis faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and small-scale farming activities that fragment and degrade its montane forest habitat. The species' restricted range in the Ukaguru Mountains makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat conversion, while collection for traditional medicinal uses may pose additional pressure on remaining populations.
Where does Justicia ukagurensis live?
Justicia ukagurensis occurs in Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Justicia ukagurensis?
The main threats to Justicia ukagurensis 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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