Tall Aloe-moss
VU

Tall Aloe-moss

Aloina ambigua

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aloina_ambigua

Overview

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

Tall Aloe-moss faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species is particularly vulnerable to changes in soil chemistry and moisture levels caused by intensive farming practices and pollution. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the delicate moisture balance required for this bryophyte's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Tall Aloe-moss typically grows on calcareous soils in open grasslands, disturbed ground, and along field margins. It favors areas with moderate moisture levels and can be found on both natural and semi-natural substrates including chalk downs and limestone pavements.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tall Aloe-moss classified as Vulnerable?
Tall Aloe-moss 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. Tall Aloe-moss faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species is particularly vulnerable to changes in soil chemistry and moisture levels caused by intensive farming practices and pollution. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the delicate moisture balance required for this bryophyte's survival.
Where does Tall Aloe-moss live?
Tall Aloe-moss 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 Tall Aloe-moss?
The main threats to Tall Aloe-moss 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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