VU

Aciotis asplundii

Unknown

Overview

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

Aciotis asplundii faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited Andean range. Mining activities and agricultural expansion into montane forest areas pose particular threats to this endemic shrub's specialized cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced shifts in cloud forest zones.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits montane cloud forests and humid upper montane forests in the Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters. It requires the consistent moisture and specific microclimate conditions found in these fog-shrouded forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aciotis asplundii classified as Vulnerable?
Aciotis asplundii 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. Aciotis asplundii faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited Andean range. Mining activities and agricultural expansion into montane forest areas pose particular threats to this endemic shrub's specialized cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced shifts in cloud forest zones.
Where does Aciotis asplundii live?
Aciotis asplundii 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 Aciotis asplundii?
The main threats to Aciotis asplundii 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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