Echymipera davidi
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.
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.
