VU

Asplundia pastazana

Unknown

Overview

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

Asplundia pastazana faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in Ecuador's montane cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to fragment its limited range in the Pastaza province. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced shifts in cloud forest conditions.

Threat summary

Habitat

Asplundia pastazana is endemic to the montane cloud forests of Ecuador's Pastaza province, typically occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It inhabits the understory and lower canopy of humid tropical montane forests characterized by persistent cloud cover and high epiphyte diversity.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Asplundia pastazana classified as Vulnerable?
Asplundia pastazana 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 pastazana faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in Ecuador's montane cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to fragment its limited range in the Pastaza province. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-induced shifts in cloud forest conditions.
Where does Asplundia pastazana live?
Asplundia pastazana 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 pastazana?
The main threats to Asplundia pastazana 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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