Sorbus fischeri
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Sorbus fischeri faces severe population decline due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited mountain range. The species is particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat to higher elevations where available space becomes increasingly restricted. Overgrazing by livestock in montane areas further degrades the specialized forest ecosystems this rowan requires for survival.
Habitat
Sorbus fischeri inhabits montane forests and woodland edges at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters in mountainous regions. The species typically grows in mixed deciduous forests with well-drained soils and requires specific microclimatic conditions found in cooler, humid mountain environments.
Conservation measures underway
Other threatened species in ROSACEAE
Threatened in Germany
Frequently asked questions
Why is Sorbus fischeri classified as Endangered?
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