VU

Freziera velutina

Unknown

Overview

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

Freziera velutina 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 essential for cloud forest ecosystems, potentially forcing populations to migrate to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly limited.

Threat summary

Habitat

Freziera velutina inhabits humid montane cloud forests of the tropical Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-3,000 meters. These specialized ecosystems are characterized by persistent cloud cover, high humidity, and epiphyte-rich vegetation that creates the specific microclimate conditions this species requires.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Freziera velutina classified as Vulnerable?
Freziera velutina 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 velutina 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 essential for cloud forest ecosystems, potentially forcing populations to migrate to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly limited.
Where does Freziera velutina live?
Freziera velutina 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 velutina?
The main threats to Freziera velutina 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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