VU

Platygyna leonis

Unknown

Overview

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

Platygyna leonis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. Deforestation for agriculture and human settlement has fragmented the montane forest ecosystems this species depends upon. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture and temperature conditions of these high-altitude environments, potentially pushing suitable habitat to even higher elevations where space is limited.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests of the Eastern Arc Mountains in Tanzania, typically found in moist, high-altitude forest environments between 1,200-2,000 meters elevation. It requires intact forest canopy and understory vegetation characteristic of these ancient mountain ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Platygyna leonis classified as Vulnerable?
Platygyna leonis 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. Platygyna leonis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania. Deforestation for agriculture and human settlement has fragmented the montane forest ecosystems this species depends upon. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture and temperature conditions of these high-altitude environments, potentially pushing suitable habitat to even higher elevations where space is limited.
Where does Platygyna leonis live?
Platygyna leonis 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 Platygyna leonis?
The main threats to Platygyna leonis 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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