CR

Byrsonima moensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Byrsonima moensis faces severe threats from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in the Colombian Andes, which has resulted in extensive habitat fragmentation. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced its already limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to montane cloud forests and humid premontane forests in the Colombian Andes. It typically occurs at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters in areas with high humidity and persistent cloud cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Byrsonima moensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Byrsonima moensis is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Byrsonima moensis faces severe threats from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in the Colombian Andes, which has resulted in extensive habitat fragmentation. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced its already limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbances.
Where does Byrsonima moensis live?
Byrsonima moensis 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 Byrsonima moensis?
The main threats to Byrsonima moensis 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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