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Aegiphila monticola

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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.

Aegiphila monticola faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its montane range in Central America. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and coffee cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope into increasingly limited areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests and humid mountain slopes at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. It typically occurs in primary and secondary forest edges, preferring areas with high humidity and consistent moisture from cloud cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aegiphila monticola classified as Endangered?
Aegiphila monticola 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. Aegiphila monticola faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its montane range in Central America. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and coffee cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope into increasingly limited areas.
Where does Aegiphila monticola live?
Aegiphila monticola 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 Aegiphila monticola?
The main threats to Aegiphila monticola 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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