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Clavija parvula

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Overview

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

Clavija parvula faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its restricted range within Costa Rica's montane forests. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment its remaining habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required by this endemic plant.

Threat summary

Habitat

Clavija parvula is endemic to the montane cloud forests of Costa Rica, occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. The species requires the specific humid, cool conditions found in these high-altitude tropical forests with persistent cloud cover and high moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Clavija parvula classified as Endangered?
Clavija parvula is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Clavija parvula faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its restricted range within Costa Rica's montane forests. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment its remaining habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required by this endemic plant.
Where does Clavija parvula live?
Clavija parvula 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 Clavija parvula?
The main threats to Clavija parvula 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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