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Geographic Range [top]
Range Description:
Known only from Mindanao Island (Philippines), where it was recorded at Mt. Candalaga Range, Maragusan, Compostela Valley.
Countries occurrence:
Native:
Philippines
Additional data:
? Number of Locations: 1 ? Continuing decline in number of locations: Yes
? Lower elevation limit (metres): 600
? Upper elevation limit (metres): 800
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Population [top]
Population: The species is confined to the mountain range of Mt. Candalaga. Only a few individuals were found with 3-5 individuals per cluster. So far, only male individuals have been recorded.
Current Population Trend: Decreasing
Additional data:
? All individuals in one subpopulation: Yes
Habitat and Ecology [top]
Habitat and Ecology: R. magnifica occurs in lowland evergreen rainforests at 600–800 m asl.
Systems: Terrestrial
Continuing decline in area, extent and/or quality of habitat: Yes
Threats [top]
Major Threat(s): The construction of a national highway in the area has facilitated easier human access and disturbance poses a threat to the species (these unusual flowers are often treated as visitor attractions). Furthermore, parts of the forest are being converted into banana plantations.
Conservation Actions [top]
Conservation Actions: No actions are in place.
Citation: Madulid, D.A., Tandang, D.N. & Agoo, E.M.G. 2008. Rafflesia magnifica. The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2008: e.T133709A3873727. http://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2008.RLTS.T133709A3873727.en. Downloaded on 21 March 2018.
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