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Cycnoches brachydactylon

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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.

Cycnoches brachydactylon faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Central American range. The species' epiphytic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations that remove host trees, while agricultural expansion continues to fragment remaining forest patches. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade compounds these threats, as this distinctive swan orchid is highly prized by collectors.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid inhabits humid lowland and montane forests from Mexico to Panama, typically growing on tree trunks and branches in primary and secondary forest canopies. It favors areas with consistent moisture and filtered sunlight at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 1,500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cycnoches brachydactylon classified as Endangered?
Cycnoches brachydactylon 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. Cycnoches brachydactylon faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Central American range. The species' epiphytic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations that remove host trees, while agricultural expansion continues to fragment remaining forest patches. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade compounds these threats, as this distinctive swan orchid is highly prized by collectors.
Where does Cycnoches brachydactylon live?
Cycnoches brachydactylon 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 Cycnoches brachydactylon?
The main threats to Cycnoches brachydactylon 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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