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Ophiorrhiza scorpioidea

Declining

Overview

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

Ophiorrhiza scorpioidea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restriction to specific elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable conditions beyond the species' dispersal capabilities.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests in the Western Ghats, typically occurring at mid-elevations between 400-1200 meters. It shows preference for shaded understory environments with high humidity and well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ophiorrhiza scorpioidea classified as Endangered?
Ophiorrhiza scorpioidea 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. Ophiorrhiza scorpioidea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restriction to specific elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable conditions beyond the species' dispersal capabilities.
Where does Ophiorrhiza scorpioidea live?
Ophiorrhiza scorpioidea 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 Ophiorrhiza scorpioidea?
The main threats to Ophiorrhiza scorpioidea 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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