VU

Miliusa nilagirica

Unknown

Overview

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

Miliusa nilagirica faces severe pressure from habitat destruction across the Western Ghats, where its specialized forest ecosystems are being cleared for agricultural expansion, particularly tea and coffee plantations. The species' restricted distribution makes it highly vulnerable to localized deforestation events, while its slow growth rate and specific pollination requirements limit natural recovery. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the montane forest conditions this endemic species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

Miliusa nilagirica is endemic to the montane forests of the Western Ghats in southern India, typically found in evergreen and semi-evergreen forests at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters. The species thrives in the humid, mist-laden environments characteristic of these biodiversity hotspot mountains, often growing in forest understories with rich, well-drained soils.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miliusa nilagirica classified as Vulnerable?
Miliusa nilagirica 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. Miliusa nilagirica faces severe pressure from habitat destruction across the Western Ghats, where its specialized forest ecosystems are being cleared for agricultural expansion, particularly tea and coffee plantations. The species' restricted distribution makes it highly vulnerable to localized deforestation events, while its slow growth rate and specific pollination requirements limit natural recovery. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the montane forest conditions this endemic species depends upon.
Where does Miliusa nilagirica live?
Miliusa nilagirica 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 Miliusa nilagirica?
The main threats to Miliusa nilagirica 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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