VU

Calceolaria harlingii

Unknown

Overview

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

Calceolaria harlingii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in Ecuador's cloud forest ecosystems, where agricultural expansion and cattle grazing have reduced suitable growing areas. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift the narrow altitudinal zones where this endemic plant can survive.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Ecuadorian species inhabits cloud forests and montane scrublands at elevations between 2,800-3,500 meters in the Andes. It grows in humid, moss-rich environments with consistent moisture from fog and precipitation.

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EN

Calceolaria bentae

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VU

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Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Calceolaria harlingii classified as Vulnerable?
Calceolaria harlingii 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. Calceolaria harlingii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in Ecuador's cloud forest ecosystems, where agricultural expansion and cattle grazing have reduced suitable growing areas. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift the narrow altitudinal zones where this endemic plant can survive.
Where does Calceolaria harlingii live?
Calceolaria harlingii 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 Calceolaria harlingii?
The main threats to Calceolaria harlingii 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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