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Goeppertia libbyana

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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.

Goeppertia libbyana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in Central America. Deforestation for cattle ranching and crop cultivation has fragmented its forest habitat, while infrastructure development continues to reduce available territory. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in forest fragments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid lowland and montane forests in Central America, typically found in understory environments with dense canopy cover. It requires well-preserved forest ecosystems with consistent moisture levels and minimal human disturbance.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Goeppertia libbyana classified as Endangered?
Goeppertia libbyana 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. Goeppertia libbyana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in Central America. Deforestation for cattle ranching and crop cultivation has fragmented its forest habitat, while infrastructure development continues to reduce available territory. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in forest fragments.
Where does Goeppertia libbyana live?
Goeppertia libbyana 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 Goeppertia libbyana?
The main threats to Goeppertia libbyana 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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