CR

Selaginella ivanii

Unknown

Overview

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

Selaginella ivanii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist microhabitats essential for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Selaginella ivanii inhabits moist, shaded rocky crevices and cliff faces in montane forests, typically growing in areas with consistent humidity and protection from direct sunlight. The species requires specific microhabitat conditions with stable moisture levels and well-drained substrates.

Other threatened species in Selaginellaceae

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Selaginella microdendron

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Selaginella achotalensis

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Selaginella cristalensis

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Selaginella orbiculifolia

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Selaginella ivanii classified as Critically Endangered?
Selaginella ivanii 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. Selaginella ivanii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist microhabitats essential for its survival.
Where does Selaginella ivanii live?
Selaginella ivanii 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 Selaginella ivanii?
The main threats to Selaginella ivanii 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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