VU

Fagus hayatae

Unknown

Overview

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

Fagus hayatae faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in Taiwan's mountainous regions. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force this temperate species to retreat to higher elevations, reducing available habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and human encroachment into montane forest areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

Fagus hayatae inhabits temperate montane forests in Taiwan, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. The species grows in mixed deciduous forests with cool, moist conditions and well-drained soils characteristic of Taiwan's central mountain ranges.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Fagus hayatae classified as Vulnerable?
Fagus hayatae is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Fagus hayatae faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion across its limited range in Taiwan's mountainous regions. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures force this temperate species to retreat to higher elevations, reducing available habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and human encroachment into montane forest areas.
Where does Fagus hayatae live?
Fagus hayatae occurs in China. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Fagus hayatae?
The main threats to Fagus hayatae 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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