VU

Bidens uapensis

Declining

Overview

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

Bidens uapensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its remaining habitat patches. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moisture-dependent ecosystems where this endemic species occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits montane grasslands and open woodland edges at moderate to high elevations. It typically occurs in areas with well-drained soils and seasonal moisture patterns characteristic of tropical highland ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Bidens uapensis classified as Vulnerable?
Bidens uapensis 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. Bidens uapensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its remaining habitat patches. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moisture-dependent ecosystems where this endemic species occurs.
Where does Bidens uapensis live?
Bidens uapensis 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 Bidens uapensis?
The main threats to Bidens uapensis 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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