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Schistochila macrodonta

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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.

Schistochila macrodonta faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical montane forests. The species' specialized bryophyte habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and agricultural conversion that alter forest microclimates. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting temperature and moisture regimes in the high-altitude environments where this liverwort depends on specific epiphytic conditions.

Threat summary

Habitat

This liverwort species inhabits humid montane forests, typically growing as an epiphyte on tree bark and occasionally on rock surfaces in cloud forest environments. It requires consistently moist conditions and is found at elevations between 1,200-2,800 meters where fog and high humidity create optimal microhabitat conditions.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Schistochila macrodonta classified as Endangered?
Schistochila macrodonta 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. Schistochila macrodonta faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical montane forests. The species' specialized bryophyte habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and agricultural conversion that alter forest microclimates. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting temperature and moisture regimes in the high-altitude environments where this liverwort depends on specific epiphytic conditions.
Where does Schistochila macrodonta live?
Schistochila macrodonta occurs in Bhutan, and China. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Schistochila macrodonta?
The main threats to Schistochila macrodonta 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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