VU

Ptychalaea dedecora

Unknown

Overview

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

Ptychalaea dedecora 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 its specialized high-altitude habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania, typically found in moist, high-altitude forest environments between 1,200-2,000 meters elevation. It requires intact forest canopy and is associated with areas of high humidity and stable microclimatic conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ptychalaea dedecora classified as Vulnerable?
Ptychalaea dedecora 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. Ptychalaea dedecora 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 its specialized high-altitude habitat.
Where does Ptychalaea dedecora live?
Ptychalaea dedecora 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 Ptychalaea dedecora?
The main threats to Ptychalaea dedecora 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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