What is the name of the process when montane species move higher up the mountains due to rising temperatures?

The process in which montane species move to higher elevations in response to rising temperatures is referred to as upslope range shift. As global temperatures increase due to climate change, species adapted to specific temperature ranges may find their existing habitats becoming unsuitable. This leads them to migrate to higher altitudes where the climate remains more favorable for their survival.

When montane species shift their range upslope, they generally seek cooler temperatures that match their physiological needs, often inadvertently driven by factors such as altered precipitation patterns and vegetation changes. This shift can have significant ecological implications, including changes in species interactions, community structure, and biodiversity in both the original and new habitats.

Understanding this phenomenon helps in studying the broader impacts of climate change on ecosystems and highlights the vulnerabilities of mountain habitats, which can be particularly sensitive to temperature changes.