VU

Salix arbutifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Salix arbutifolia faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited montane range. Climate change poses a particular threat as warming temperatures push suitable habitat to higher elevations, reducing available growing space. Human activities including grazing, infrastructure development, and altered fire regimes further fragment the already restricted populations of this specialized willow species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This willow species inhabits high-elevation montane environments, typically found in moist meadows, streamside areas, and alpine slopes. It requires specific moisture conditions and cool temperatures characteristic of subalpine and alpine zones.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Salix arbutifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Salix arbutifolia 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. Salix arbutifolia faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited montane range. Climate change poses a particular threat as warming temperatures push suitable habitat to higher elevations, reducing available growing space. Human activities including grazing, infrastructure development, and altered fire regimes further fragment the already restricted populations of this specialized willow species.
Where does Salix arbutifolia live?
Salix arbutifolia 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 Salix arbutifolia?
The main threats to Salix arbutifolia 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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