VU

Oreofraga morrisiana

Unknown

Overview

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

Oreofraga morrisiana faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its montane grassland environments. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may force this high-altitude specialist to retreat to increasingly limited suitable habitat at higher elevations. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits high-altitude montane grasslands and alpine meadows, typically found in areas with well-drained soils and sparse vegetation cover. It occurs in specialized microhabitats within these grassland ecosystems, often associated with rocky outcrops or areas of disturbed ground.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Oreofraga morrisiana classified as Vulnerable?
Oreofraga morrisiana 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. Oreofraga morrisiana faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its montane grassland environments. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may force this high-altitude specialist to retreat to increasingly limited suitable habitat at higher elevations. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes.
Where does Oreofraga morrisiana live?
Oreofraga morrisiana 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 Oreofraga morrisiana?
The main threats to Oreofraga morrisiana 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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