VU

Cyanophrys bertha

Unknown

Overview

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

Cyanophrys bertha faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Mexico's cloud forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' dependence on specific host plants within these montane ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as isolated populations lose genetic diversity and become more susceptible to local extinctions. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting the altitudinal zones where suitable cloud forest conditions persist.

Threat summary

Habitat

This butterfly inhabits cloud forests and humid montane woodlands in Mexico, typically at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. The species requires intact forest canopy and understory vegetation that supports its specific host plants and provides the cool, moist microclimate conditions essential for its lifecycle.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyanophrys bertha classified as Vulnerable?
Cyanophrys bertha 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. Cyanophrys bertha faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Mexico's cloud forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' dependence on specific host plants within these montane ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation, as isolated populations lose genetic diversity and become more susceptible to local extinctions. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting the altitudinal zones where suitable cloud forest conditions persist.
Where does Cyanophrys bertha live?
Cyanophrys bertha 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 Cyanophrys bertha?
The main threats to Cyanophrys bertha 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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