VU

Dracula psittacina

Unknown

Overview

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

Dracula psittacina faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in Ecuador's cloud forests, where its specialized epiphytic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to microclimate changes. Mining activities and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its already limited montane habitat, while climate change threatens to shift the narrow temperature and humidity ranges this orchid requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid inhabits the cool, misty cloud forests of Ecuador's eastern Andean slopes, typically growing on moss-covered tree branches at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It requires the specific microclimate conditions found in these montane forests, including consistent humidity, filtered light, and stable temperatures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dracula psittacina classified as Vulnerable?
Dracula psittacina 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. Dracula psittacina faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in Ecuador's cloud forests, where its specialized epiphytic lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to microclimate changes. Mining activities and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its already limited montane habitat, while climate change threatens to shift the narrow temperature and humidity ranges this orchid requires for survival.
Where does Dracula psittacina live?
Dracula psittacina 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 Dracula psittacina?
The main threats to Dracula psittacina 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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