VU

Grosvenoria rimbachii

Unknown

Overview

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

Grosvenoria rimbachii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in Ecuador's cloud forest ecosystems, where deforestation and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its limited range. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture-dependent conditions essential for this species' survival in montane environments. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and montane ecosystems in Ecuador, typically found in humid, moss-rich environments at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It requires the consistent moisture and stable microclimatic conditions characteristic of Andean cloud forest habitats.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Grosvenoria rimbachii classified as Vulnerable?
Grosvenoria rimbachii 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. Grosvenoria rimbachii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in Ecuador's cloud forest ecosystems, where deforestation and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its limited range. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture-dependent conditions essential for this species' survival in montane environments. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance.
Where does Grosvenoria rimbachii live?
Grosvenoria rimbachii 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 Grosvenoria rimbachii?
The main threats to Grosvenoria rimbachii 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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