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Phyllopentas elata

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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.

Phyllopentas elata faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities that fragment its montane forest habitat. The species' restricted range in the Eastern Arc Mountains makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and moisture conditions beyond its current elevational range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests and forest edges in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania, typically occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It favors areas with high humidity and consistent moisture levels characteristic of cloud forest environments.

Forest· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Phyllopentas elata classified as Endangered?
Phyllopentas elata 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. Phyllopentas elata faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities that fragment its montane forest habitat. The species' restricted range in the Eastern Arc Mountains makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and moisture conditions beyond its current elevational range.
Where does Phyllopentas elata live?
Phyllopentas elata occurs in Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Phyllopentas elata?
The main threats to Phyllopentas elata 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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