CR

Freziera stuebelii

Unknown

Overview

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

Freziera stuebelii faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its restricted Andean cloud forest range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited habitat. The species' narrow altitudinal requirements make it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones beyond its current range.

Threat summary

Habitat

Freziera stuebelii is endemic to montane cloud forests of the northern Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 2,000-3,000 meters. The species requires the persistent moisture and stable temperatures characteristic of these high-altitude cloud forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Freziera stuebelii classified as Critically Endangered?
Freziera stuebelii 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. Freziera stuebelii faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its restricted Andean cloud forest range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited habitat. The species' narrow altitudinal requirements make it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones beyond its current range.
Where does Freziera stuebelii live?
Freziera stuebelii 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 Freziera stuebelii?
The main threats to Freziera stuebelii 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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