VU

Andesanthus paleaceus

Declining

Overview

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

Andesanthus paleaceus faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle grazing in its restricted Andean range. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its specialized high-altitude habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures push suitable conditions to higher elevations where habitat availability becomes increasingly limited.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits high-altitude Andean grasslands and páramo ecosystems, typically found between 3,000-4,200 meters elevation. It grows in specialized montane environments characterized by cool temperatures, high UV exposure, and seasonal precipitation patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Andesanthus paleaceus classified as Vulnerable?
Andesanthus paleaceus 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. Andesanthus paleaceus faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle grazing in its restricted Andean range. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its specialized high-altitude habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures push suitable conditions to higher elevations where habitat availability becomes increasingly limited.
Where does Andesanthus paleaceus live?
Andesanthus paleaceus 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 Andesanthus paleaceus?
The main threats to Andesanthus paleaceus 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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