sidesaddle bristle fern
Didymoglossum pusillum
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
The sidesaddle bristle fern faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as tropical forests are cleared for agriculture and development throughout its range. Its specialized epiphytic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to changes in forest microclimate and humidity levels. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering precipitation patterns and increasing temperatures in the montane cloud forests where many populations occur.
Habitat
This diminutive epiphytic fern inhabits the humid understory of tropical and subtropical forests, typically growing on tree trunks, branches, and rock faces in areas with consistent moisture. It favors montane cloud forests and wet lowland forests where high humidity and filtered light create ideal conditions for its delicate fronds.
Other threatened species in Hymenophyllaceae
Frequently asked questions
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