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Sclerotheca oreades

Declining

Overview

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

Sclerotheca oreades faces severe population decline due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited montane range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with mining activities and infrastructure development fragmenting remaining suitable habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required for this endemic species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Sclerotheca oreades inhabits montane forests and rocky outcrops at moderate to high elevations, typically found in areas with specific microclimate conditions including consistent moisture levels and temperature ranges. The species shows strong habitat specificity, occurring in association with particular vegetation communities and geological substrates that provide the environmental conditions necessary for its survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sclerotheca oreades classified as Endangered?
Sclerotheca oreades 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. Sclerotheca oreades faces severe population decline due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited montane range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with mining activities and infrastructure development fragmenting remaining suitable habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required for this endemic species' survival.
Where does Sclerotheca oreades live?
Sclerotheca oreades 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 Sclerotheca oreades?
The main threats to Sclerotheca oreades 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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