Quadrate Paperbubble
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Quadrate Paperbubble

Laona quadrata

Unknown

Photo: Photo: Eric A. Lazo-Wasem via Wikimedia Commons CC0

Overview

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

The Quadrate Paperbubble faces severe population declines due to habitat destruction from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range. Climate change is altering the specific microhabitat conditions this species requires, while invasive species compete for resources and disrupt local ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forest edges between 800-2000m elevation, particularly areas with dense understory vegetation and high moisture levels. Requires specific microhabitat conditions including fallen logs, leaf litter, and areas with consistent humidity and temperature ranges.

MARINE· major

Other threatened species in Laonidae

Frequently asked questions

Why is Quadrate Paperbubble classified as Critically Endangered?
Quadrate Paperbubble is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. The Quadrate Paperbubble faces severe population declines due to habitat destruction from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range. Climate change is altering the specific microhabitat conditions this species requires, while invasive species compete for resources and disrupt local ecosystems.
Where does Quadrate Paperbubble live?
Quadrate Paperbubble 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 Quadrate Paperbubble?
The main threats to Quadrate Paperbubble 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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