VU

Tarenna quadrangularis

Unknown

Overview

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

Tarenna quadrangularis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional threats to the specialized forest ecosystems this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the montane forests of the Western Ghats in India, typically found in moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forest understories at elevations between 800-1500 meters. It requires well-drained forest soils and appears to be associated with specific microhabitat conditions in shaded forest environments.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tarenna quadrangularis classified as Vulnerable?
Tarenna quadrangularis 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 quadrangularis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional threats to the specialized forest ecosystems this species requires.
Where does Tarenna quadrangularis live?
Tarenna quadrangularis 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 quadrangularis?
The main threats to Tarenna quadrangularis 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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