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Porotheleum fimbriatum

Local name: Poreskål

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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.

Porotheleum fimbriatum faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as old-growth forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development across its limited range. The species' dependence on specific microhabitat conditions within mature forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as small isolated populations cannot maintain genetic diversity. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering the moisture and temperature regimes essential for this species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the understory and forest floor of mature temperate and subtropical forests, requiring specific moisture and substrate conditions. It is typically found in areas with rich organic soil layers and consistent humidity levels that support its specialized ecological requirements.

TERRESTRIAL· major

Frequently asked questions

Why is Poreskål classified as Endangered?
Poreskål 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. Porotheleum fimbriatum faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as old-growth forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development across its limited range. The species' dependence on specific microhabitat conditions within mature forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as small isolated populations cannot maintain genetic diversity. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering the moisture and temperature regimes essential for this species' survival.
Where does Poreskål live?
Poreskål 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 Poreskål?
The main threats to Poreskål 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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