VU

Tarenna luhomeroensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Tarenna luhomeroensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities that fragment its limited forest habitat in the Eastern Arc Mountains. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change poses additional risks to the montane forest ecosystems it depends upon. Collection pressure for traditional uses may also contribute to population decline in accessible areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests and forest edges in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania, typically occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It grows in both primary and secondary forest environments, often in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tarenna luhomeroensis classified as Vulnerable?
Tarenna luhomeroensis 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. Tarenna luhomeroensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities that fragment its limited forest habitat in the Eastern Arc Mountains. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change poses additional risks to the montane forest ecosystems it depends upon. Collection pressure for traditional uses may also contribute to population decline in accessible areas.
Where does Tarenna luhomeroensis live?
Tarenna luhomeroensis 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 Tarenna luhomeroensis?
The main threats to Tarenna luhomeroensis 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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