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David's Echymipera

Echymipera davidi

Unknown

Overview

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

Echymipera davidi faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Papua New Guinea's montane forests. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented the species' already restricted habitat, while its specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes. The species' small population size and limited dispersal ability compound these threats, reducing its resilience to ongoing habitat degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

Echymipera davidi inhabits montane forests and forest edges in Papua New Guinea, typically found at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters. The species requires dense forest cover with adequate ground-level vegetation for foraging and shelter.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is David's Echymipera classified as Endangered?
David's Echymipera 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. Echymipera davidi faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Papua New Guinea's montane forests. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented the species' already restricted habitat, while its specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes. The species' small population size and limited dispersal ability compound these threats, reducing its resilience to ongoing habitat degradation.
Where does David's Echymipera live?
David's Echymipera occurs in Papua New Guinea. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to David's Echymipera?
The main threats to David's Echymipera 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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