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Gasteranthus mutabilis

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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 mutabilis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador and Colombia. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has eliminated much of its specialized epiphytic habitat. The species' narrow altitudinal requirements make it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable conditions to higher elevations where habitat availability becomes increasingly restricted.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic plant inhabits the humid cloud forests of the Andes, typically growing on moss-covered tree trunks and branches at elevations between 1,800-2,800 meters. It requires the consistently moist, fog-shrouded conditions characteristic of montane cloud forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gasteranthus mutabilis classified as Endangered?
Gasteranthus mutabilis 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 mutabilis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Andean cloud forests of Ecuador and Colombia. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has eliminated much of its specialized epiphytic habitat. The species' narrow altitudinal requirements make it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as warming temperatures force suitable conditions to higher elevations where habitat availability becomes increasingly restricted.
Where does Gasteranthus mutabilis live?
Gasteranthus mutabilis 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 mutabilis?
The main threats to Gasteranthus mutabilis 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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