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Sorbus thaiszii

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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.

Sorbus thaiszii faces severe population decline due to its extremely restricted range in the Carpathian Mountains, where habitat fragmentation and degradation threaten the few remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may force this montane species to higher elevations with limited suitable habitat. Human activities including forestry operations and infrastructure development continue to reduce available habitat within its narrow endemic range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic rowan species inhabits montane forests and rocky slopes in the Carpathian Mountains, typically growing at elevations between 800-1500 meters. It occurs in mixed deciduous-coniferous forests and forest edges, often on limestone substrates with well-drained soils.

Shrubland· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sorbus thaiszii classified as Endangered?
Sorbus thaiszii 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. Sorbus thaiszii faces severe population decline due to its extremely restricted range in the Carpathian Mountains, where habitat fragmentation and degradation threaten the few remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may force this montane species to higher elevations with limited suitable habitat. Human activities including forestry operations and infrastructure development continue to reduce available habitat within its narrow endemic range.
Where does Sorbus thaiszii live?
Sorbus thaiszii occurs in Austria, Hungary, and Slovakia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sorbus thaiszii?
The main threats to Sorbus thaiszii 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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