VU

Gasteranthus otongensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Gasteranthus otongensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in Ecuador's cloud forest regions. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented its already limited range, while climate change threatens to shift the specific moisture and temperature conditions this epiphytic species requires. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic plant inhabits the humid cloud forests of Ecuador's Andean slopes, typically growing on tree trunks and branches in areas with consistent moisture and filtered sunlight. It occurs at elevations between 1,800-2,400 meters in montane forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gasteranthus otongensis classified as Vulnerable?
Gasteranthus otongensis 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. Gasteranthus otongensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in Ecuador's cloud forest regions. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented its already limited range, while climate change threatens to shift the specific moisture and temperature conditions this epiphytic species requires. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.
Where does Gasteranthus otongensis live?
Gasteranthus otongensis occurs in Ecuador, and South America. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Gasteranthus otongensis?
The main threats to Gasteranthus otongensis 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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