VU

Bonnetia cordifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Bonnetia cordifolia faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as tepui summit ecosystems are increasingly fragmented by mining activities and infrastructure development. The species' extremely restricted range on isolated mountaintops makes populations particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat zones upward with nowhere left to retreat. Fire regimes altered by human activity pose an additional threat to the specialized shrubland communities where this species occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Bonnetia cordifolia is endemic to the unique tepui (table mountain) ecosystems of the Guiana Highlands, specifically occurring in montane shrublands and rocky outcrops on isolated summit plateaus. These specialized habitats are characterized by nutrient-poor soils, high rainfall, and frequent cloud cover, creating distinct microenvironments that support highly endemic flora.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Bonnetia cordifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Bonnetia cordifolia 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. Bonnetia cordifolia faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as tepui summit ecosystems are increasingly fragmented by mining activities and infrastructure development. The species' extremely restricted range on isolated mountaintops makes populations particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat zones upward with nowhere left to retreat. Fire regimes altered by human activity pose an additional threat to the specialized shrubland communities where this species occurs.
Where does Bonnetia cordifolia live?
Bonnetia cordifolia 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 Bonnetia cordifolia?
The main threats to Bonnetia cordifolia 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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