Synallaxis courseni
VU

Synallaxis courseni

Local name: Apurímac Spinetail

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Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apur%C3%ADmac_spinetail

Overview

The Apurimac spinetail is a Vulnerable species of bird in the Furnariinae subfamily of the ovenbird family Furnariidae. It is endemic to Peru.

The Apurímac Spinetail faces significant threats from habitat loss and degradation due to agricultural expansion and human settlement in its limited range within the Apurímac River valley of Peru. Its restricted distribution and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities that fragment or destroy its scrubland habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits dry scrubland and thorny vegetation along the Apurímac River valley in Peru, typically in arid inter-Andean valleys with dense shrubby growth and scattered trees at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Apurímac Spinetail classified as Vulnerable?
Apurímac Spinetail 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. The Apurímac Spinetail faces significant threats from habitat loss and degradation due to agricultural expansion and human settlement in its limited range within the Apurímac River valley of Peru. Its restricted distribution and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human activities that fragment or destroy its scrubland habitat.
Where does Apurímac Spinetail live?
Apurímac Spinetail 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 Apurímac Spinetail?
The main threats to Apurímac Spinetail 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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