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Croton lehmannii

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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.

Croton lehmannii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its limited range in the Colombian Andes. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further compound these pressures, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity.

Threat summary

Habitat

Croton lehmannii is endemic to montane cloud forests and humid premontane forests of the Colombian Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. The species requires the specific microclimate conditions found in these mist-shrouded forests, including high humidity and consistent moisture from cloud cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Croton lehmannii classified as Endangered?
Croton lehmannii 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. Croton lehmannii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its limited range in the Colombian Andes. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further compound these pressures, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity.
Where does Croton lehmannii live?
Croton lehmannii 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 Croton lehmannii?
The main threats to Croton lehmannii 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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