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Mimulopsis macrantha

Declining

Overview

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

Mimulopsis macrantha faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and deforestation across its limited East African range. The species' restriction to specific montane forest habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and moisture conditions essential for this montane specialist's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Mimulopsis macrantha is endemic to montane forest environments in East Africa, typically occurring in moist, shaded understory conditions at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. The species requires specific microclimate conditions found in intact forest ecosystems, including consistent moisture levels and protection from direct sunlight.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mimulopsis macrantha classified as Endangered?
Mimulopsis macrantha 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. Mimulopsis macrantha faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and deforestation across its limited East African range. The species' restriction to specific montane forest habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and moisture conditions essential for this montane specialist's survival.
Where does Mimulopsis macrantha live?
Mimulopsis macrantha 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 Mimulopsis macrantha?
The main threats to Mimulopsis macrantha 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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