Gonzalagunia pachystachya
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.
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.