VU

Berberis silvicola

Unknown

Overview

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

Berberis silvicola faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as montane forests are cleared for agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its limited Andean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' current elevational limits.

Threat summary

Habitat

This shrub species inhabits montane cloud forests and forest edges in the Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 2,500-3,500 meters. It grows in humid, cool conditions along forest margins and in clearings within temperate montane ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Berberis silvicola classified as Vulnerable?
Berberis silvicola 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. Berberis silvicola faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as montane forests are cleared for agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its limited Andean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' current elevational limits.
Where does Berberis silvicola live?
Berberis silvicola 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 Berberis silvicola?
The main threats to Berberis silvicola 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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