VU

Faramea exemplaris

Unknown

Overview

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

Faramea exemplaris faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly coffee cultivation and cattle ranching, has reduced its specialized montane forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones upward beyond the species' elevational range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane cloud forests and elfin woodlands at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. It typically occurs in primary and well-developed secondary forests with dense canopy cover and high moisture levels characteristic of cloud forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Faramea exemplaris classified as Vulnerable?
Faramea exemplaris 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. Faramea exemplaris faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly coffee cultivation and cattle ranching, has reduced its specialized montane forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones upward beyond the species' elevational range.
Where does Faramea exemplaris live?
Faramea exemplaris 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 Faramea exemplaris?
The main threats to Faramea exemplaris 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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