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Pernagera gatliffi

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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.

Pernagera gatliffi faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. Agricultural expansion and urbanization have fragmented its forest habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the specific microhabitat conditions this species requires. Collection pressure for the ornamental trade has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests in the Western Ghats of India, typically found in leaf litter and under logs in areas with high humidity and stable temperatures. It requires specific microhabitat conditions including adequate moisture levels and organic matter for feeding and reproduction.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Pernagera gatliffi classified as Vulnerable?
Pernagera gatliffi 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. Pernagera gatliffi faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. Agricultural expansion and urbanization have fragmented its forest habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the specific microhabitat conditions this species requires. Collection pressure for the ornamental trade has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.
Where does Pernagera gatliffi live?
Pernagera gatliffi 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 Pernagera gatliffi?
The main threats to Pernagera gatliffi 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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