CR

Diphyllocalyx urquiolae

Unknown

Overview

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

Diphyllocalyx urquiolae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specialized microhabitats within tropical montane forests and cloud forest environments. It typically occurs in areas with specific soil conditions and moisture requirements that support its unique ecological needs.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diphyllocalyx urquiolae classified as Critically Endangered?
Diphyllocalyx urquiolae is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Diphyllocalyx urquiolae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining populations.
Where does Diphyllocalyx urquiolae live?
Diphyllocalyx urquiolae 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 Diphyllocalyx urquiolae?
The main threats to Diphyllocalyx urquiolae 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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