VU

Cycnoches egertonianum

Unknown

Overview

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

Cycnoches egertonianum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Central American range, particularly in Costa Rica and Panama where lowland forests are being cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' specialized epiphytic lifestyle makes it extremely vulnerable to logging operations that remove its host trees, while illegal collection for the international orchid trade continues to deplete wild populations despite protective legislation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid inhabits humid lowland and premontane forests from sea level to 1,200 meters elevation, growing on tree trunks and branches in the forest canopy. It requires consistent moisture and filtered sunlight typical of primary and mature secondary tropical forests in Central America.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cycnoches egertonianum classified as Vulnerable?
Cycnoches egertonianum 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. Cycnoches egertonianum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Central American range, particularly in Costa Rica and Panama where lowland forests are being cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' specialized epiphytic lifestyle makes it extremely vulnerable to logging operations that remove its host trees, while illegal collection for the international orchid trade continues to deplete wild populations despite protective legislation.
Where does Cycnoches egertonianum live?
Cycnoches egertonianum 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 egertonianum?
The main threats to Cycnoches egertonianum 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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