CR

Tectiphiala ferox

Unknown

Overview

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

Tectiphiala ferox faces severe population decline due to extensive habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Madagascar. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, while invasive plant species alter the microhabitat conditions essential for its survival. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting precipitation patterns that affect the humid forest conditions this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

Tectiphiala ferox inhabits humid lowland and montane forests of Madagascar, typically found in areas with dense canopy cover and high moisture levels. The species requires specific microhabitat conditions including leaf litter layers and fallen logs in primary and secondary forest environments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tectiphiala ferox classified as Critically Endangered?
Tectiphiala ferox is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Tectiphiala ferox faces severe population decline due to extensive habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in Madagascar. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, while invasive plant species alter the microhabitat conditions essential for its survival. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting precipitation patterns that affect the humid forest conditions this species depends upon.
Where does Tectiphiala ferox live?
Tectiphiala ferox 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 Tectiphiala ferox?
The main threats to Tectiphiala ferox are 8.1, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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