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Gonzalagunia pachystachya

Declining

Overview

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

Gonzalagunia pachystachya faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects further reduce available habitat, while the species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid forest conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forest environments in Central America, typically occurring at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters. It requires well-preserved forest canopy and understory conditions with consistent moisture levels.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gonzalagunia pachystachya classified as Endangered?
Gonzalagunia pachystachya 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. Gonzalagunia pachystachya faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects further reduce available habitat, while the species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid forest conditions this species requires.
Where does Gonzalagunia pachystachya live?
Gonzalagunia pachystachya 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 Gonzalagunia pachystachya?
The main threats to Gonzalagunia pachystachya 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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