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Aiphanes duquei

Declining

Overview

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

Aiphanes duquei faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Colombian range. The species' restricted distribution in the Magdalena Valley makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as palm populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and cattle ranching have accelerated forest clearance in recent decades, directly eliminating the humid forest understory where this palm naturally occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Colombian palm inhabits humid lowland and premontane forests in the Magdalena Valley region. It typically grows in the forest understory and edges of primary and secondary forests at elevations between 200-1000 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aiphanes duquei classified as Endangered?
Aiphanes duquei 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. Aiphanes duquei faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Colombian range. The species' restricted distribution in the Magdalena Valley makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as palm populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and cattle ranching have accelerated forest clearance in recent decades, directly eliminating the humid forest understory where this palm naturally occurs.
Where does Aiphanes duquei live?
Aiphanes duquei occurs in Colombia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Aiphanes duquei?
The main threats to Aiphanes duquei 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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