VU

Asplundia cayapensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Asplundia cayapensis faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador and Peru. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already restricted montane forest habitat. The species' specialized epiphytic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to microclimate changes caused by forest edge effects and canopy opening.

Threat summary

Habitat

Asplundia cayapensis is endemic to montane cloud forests of the eastern Andean slopes, typically occurring as an epiphyte on tree trunks and branches at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. The species requires the high humidity and stable temperatures characteristic of these mist-shrouded forests.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Asplundia cayapensis classified as Vulnerable?
Asplundia cayapensis 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. Asplundia cayapensis faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador and Peru. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already restricted montane forest habitat. The species' specialized epiphytic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to microclimate changes caused by forest edge effects and canopy opening.
Where does Asplundia cayapensis live?
Asplundia cayapensis 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 Asplundia cayapensis?
The main threats to Asplundia cayapensis 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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