VU

Vepris arushensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Vepris arushensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and human settlement development across its limited range in northern Tanzania. The species' restriction to specific montane forest habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as these forests are increasingly cleared for cultivation and grazing. Climate change poses an additional threat by potentially shifting the altitudinal zones where this montane species can survive.

Threat summary

Habitat

Vepris arushensis is endemic to montane forests in the Arusha region of northern Tanzania, typically occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. The species inhabits moist montane forest environments with well-developed canopy cover and rich understory vegetation.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Vepris arushensis classified as Vulnerable?
Vepris arushensis 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. Vepris arushensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and human settlement development across its limited range in northern Tanzania. The species' restriction to specific montane forest habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as these forests are increasingly cleared for cultivation and grazing. Climate change poses an additional threat by potentially shifting the altitudinal zones where this montane species can survive.
Where does Vepris arushensis live?
Vepris arushensis occurs in Italy, and Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Vepris arushensis?
The main threats to Vepris arushensis 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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