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Lepidostroma calocerum

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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.

Lepidostroma calocerum faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation in its limited range within tropical montane forests. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest degradation and climate-induced shifts in temperature and humidity regimes. Mining activities and agricultural expansion in mountainous regions further compound habitat loss pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical montane forests, typically occurring on decaying wood and organic substrates in humid, shaded environments. It requires specific microclimate conditions with consistent moisture levels and stable temperatures found in undisturbed forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lepidostroma calocerum classified as Endangered?
Lepidostroma calocerum 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. Lepidostroma calocerum faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation in its limited range within tropical montane forests. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest degradation and climate-induced shifts in temperature and humidity regimes. Mining activities and agricultural expansion in mountainous regions further compound habitat loss pressures.
Where does Lepidostroma calocerum live?
Lepidostroma calocerum 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 Lepidostroma calocerum?
The main threats to Lepidostroma calocerum 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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