VU

Centropogon jeppesenii

Unknown

Overview

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

Centropogon jeppesenii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane forest range. Deforestation and agricultural expansion in the Colombian Andes have fragmented its cloud forest habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and moisture conditions upslope beyond available habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human encroachment.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and humid montane forests in the Colombian Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,800-2,800 meters. It requires the cool, moist conditions characteristic of these high-altitude ecosystems with persistent fog and high humidity.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Centropogon jeppesenii classified as Vulnerable?
Centropogon jeppesenii 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. Centropogon jeppesenii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane forest range. Deforestation and agricultural expansion in the Colombian Andes have fragmented its cloud forest habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and moisture conditions upslope beyond available habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human encroachment.
Where does Centropogon jeppesenii live?
Centropogon jeppesenii occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Centropogon jeppesenii?
The main threats to Centropogon jeppesenii 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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