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Ocellularia auberianoides

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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.

Ocellularia auberianoides faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat degradation across its limited range in tropical rainforests. As a crustose lichen species with specific substrate requirements, it is particularly vulnerable to changes in forest microclimate and air quality. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion continue to fragment its remaining habitat, while climate change may alter the humid conditions essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This crustose lichen species inhabits the bark of trees in humid tropical rainforests, typically found in undisturbed primary forest environments. It requires specific microclimate conditions including high humidity, stable temperatures, and clean air quality to establish and maintain viable populations.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Frequently asked questions

Why is Ocellularia auberianoides classified as Endangered?
Ocellularia auberianoides 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. Ocellularia auberianoides faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat degradation across its limited range in tropical rainforests. As a crustose lichen species with specific substrate requirements, it is particularly vulnerable to changes in forest microclimate and air quality. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion continue to fragment its remaining habitat, while climate change may alter the humid conditions essential for its survival.
Where does Ocellularia auberianoides live?
Ocellularia auberianoides 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 Ocellularia auberianoides?
The main threats to Ocellularia auberianoides 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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