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Ledermanniella letouzeyi

Declining

Overview

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

Ledermanniella letouzeyi faces severe threats from agricultural expansion and logging activities that degrade its specialized aquatic habitats in Cameroon's river systems. Dam construction and water extraction for irrigation further fragment and alter the fast-flowing waters this endemic species requires. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns and water flow regimes essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This aquatic plant is endemic to fast-flowing rivers and streams in the tropical rainforest regions of Cameroon. It grows attached to rocks in rapids and waterfalls where high oxygen levels and constant water movement create the specialized conditions it requires.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ledermanniella letouzeyi classified as Endangered?
Ledermanniella letouzeyi 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. Ledermanniella letouzeyi faces severe threats from agricultural expansion and logging activities that degrade its specialized aquatic habitats in Cameroon's river systems. Dam construction and water extraction for irrigation further fragment and alter the fast-flowing waters this endemic species requires. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns and water flow regimes essential for its survival.
Where does Ledermanniella letouzeyi live?
Ledermanniella letouzeyi occurs in Cameroon. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ledermanniella letouzeyi?
The main threats to Ledermanniella letouzeyi 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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