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Asplundia nonoensis

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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.

Asplundia nonoensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion in Ecuador's cloud forest regions. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become isolated in small forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Andean foothills pose additional threats to its specialized montane habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This palm species inhabits humid montane cloud forests in the Ecuadorian Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It grows in the understory of primary and secondary forests where persistent cloud cover maintains high humidity levels essential for its survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Asplundia nonoensis classified as Endangered?
Asplundia nonoensis 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. Asplundia nonoensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion in Ecuador's cloud forest regions. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become isolated in small forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Andean foothills pose additional threats to its specialized montane habitat.
Where does Asplundia nonoensis live?
Asplundia nonoensis 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 nonoensis?
The main threats to Asplundia nonoensis 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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