VUVulnerable
Chelonoidis becki
Unknown
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Habitat
Shrubland· major
Conservation measures underway
Site/area protectionSpecies recoveryLegislation
Other threatened species in TESTUDINIDAE
Threatened in Ecuador
Frequently asked questions
Why is Chelonoidis becki classified as Vulnerable?
Chelonoidis becki 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, per the IUCN Red List assessment recorded in the SpeciesRadar database.
Where does Chelonoidis becki live?
Chelonoidis becki 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 Chelonoidis becki?
The main threats to Chelonoidis becki are 10.1, 5.1, 5.1.1, and 8.1. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.
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