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Tetradoxa omeiensis

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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.

Tetradoxa omeiensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as montane forests on Mount Emei are cleared for agricultural expansion and tourism development. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required in its high-altitude forest habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the montane forests of Mount Emei in Sichuan Province, China, typically found in moist, temperate forest environments at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It inhabits the understory and forest floor of mixed deciduous and coniferous forests with dense canopy cover and rich organic soil layers.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tetradoxa omeiensis classified as Endangered?
Tetradoxa omeiensis 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. Tetradoxa omeiensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as montane forests on Mount Emei are cleared for agricultural expansion and tourism development. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating remaining populations. Climate change poses an additional risk by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required in its high-altitude forest habitat.
Where does Tetradoxa omeiensis live?
Tetradoxa omeiensis 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 Tetradoxa omeiensis?
The main threats to Tetradoxa omeiensis 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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