VU

Aristida guayllabambensis

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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.

Aristida guayllabambensis faces primary threats from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in Ecuador's inter-Andean valleys. Urban development pressure around Quito has fragmented its limited habitat range, while overgrazing by cattle and sheep degrades the native grassland communities where this endemic grass species occurs. Climate change may further stress populations by altering precipitation patterns in its already restricted montane habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic grass species inhabits montane grasslands and páramo ecosystems in Ecuador's inter-Andean valleys, typically occurring at elevations between 2,800-3,500 meters. It grows in well-drained soils of native grassland communities that experience seasonal rainfall patterns characteristic of the northern Andes.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aristida guayllabambensis classified as Vulnerable?
Aristida guayllabambensis 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. Aristida guayllabambensis faces primary threats from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in Ecuador's inter-Andean valleys. Urban development pressure around Quito has fragmented its limited habitat range, while overgrazing by cattle and sheep degrades the native grassland communities where this endemic grass species occurs. Climate change may further stress populations by altering precipitation patterns in its already restricted montane habitat.
Where does Aristida guayllabambensis live?
Aristida guayllabambensis 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 Aristida guayllabambensis?
The main threats to Aristida guayllabambensis 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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