Gasteranthus bilsaensis
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Gasteranthus bilsaensis

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Overview

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

Gasteranthus bilsaensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation in Ecuador's coastal cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for banana and palm oil plantations, has eliminated much of its native forest habitat. The species' extremely limited range makes it highly vulnerable to localized threats, with logging and infrastructure development continuing to reduce available habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Ecuadorian species inhabits humid cloud forests and montane rainforests on the western slopes of the Andes. It grows as an epiphyte or terrestrial herb in the understory of primary and secondary forests at elevations between 500-1500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gasteranthus bilsaensis classified as Endangered?
Gasteranthus bilsaensis is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Gasteranthus bilsaensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation in Ecuador's coastal cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for banana and palm oil plantations, has eliminated much of its native forest habitat. The species' extremely limited range makes it highly vulnerable to localized threats, with logging and infrastructure development continuing to reduce available habitat patches.
Where does Gasteranthus bilsaensis live?
Gasteranthus bilsaensis 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 Gasteranthus bilsaensis?
The main threats to Gasteranthus bilsaensis 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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