VU

Freziera suberosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Freziera suberosa faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Andean cloud forest range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to fragment the montane forests this species depends upon. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture regimes and temperature patterns essential for cloud forest ecosystems, potentially forcing populations to migrate to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly limited.

Threat summary

Habitat

Freziera suberosa inhabits humid montane cloud forests and elfin woodlands in the Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters. These moisture-rich environments are characterized by persistent fog, high humidity, and dense epiphytic vegetation that creates the specialized microclimate conditions this species requires.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Freziera suberosa classified as Vulnerable?
Freziera suberosa 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. Freziera suberosa faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Andean cloud forest range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to fragment the montane forests this species depends upon. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture regimes and temperature patterns essential for cloud forest ecosystems, potentially forcing populations to migrate to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly limited.
Where does Freziera suberosa live?
Freziera suberosa 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 suberosa?
The main threats to Freziera suberosa 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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