Foothill Elaenia
VU

Foothill Elaenia

Myiopagis olallai

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foothill_elaenia

Overview

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

The Foothill Elaenia faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Andean range. Mining activities and infrastructure development are fragmenting its specialized cloud forest habitat, while climate change is shifting suitable elevation zones upward, reducing available habitat area. The species' restricted range and specific habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to these combined pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Foothill Elaenia inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forest edges along the eastern Andean slopes, typically at elevations between 1,000-2,200 meters. It prefers the canopy and subcanopy of primary and mature secondary forests, particularly areas with dense epiphytic growth and frequent mist cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Foothill Elaenia classified as Vulnerable?
Foothill Elaenia 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. The Foothill Elaenia faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Andean range. Mining activities and infrastructure development are fragmenting its specialized cloud forest habitat, while climate change is shifting suitable elevation zones upward, reducing available habitat area. The species' restricted range and specific habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to these combined pressures.
Where does Foothill Elaenia live?
Foothill Elaenia 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 Foothill Elaenia?
The main threats to Foothill Elaenia 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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