VU

Gynoxys colanensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Gynoxys colanensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in the Andean cloud forests of northern Peru. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and moisture conditions upslope beyond the species' elevational limits. Mining activities and road construction in the region further fragment remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits cloud forests and montane scrublands of the northern Peruvian Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 2,800-3,500 meters. It thrives in the humid, mist-laden environments characteristic of these high-altitude ecosystems where persistent cloud cover maintains year-round moisture.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gynoxys colanensis classified as Vulnerable?
Gynoxys colanensis 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. Gynoxys colanensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in the Andean cloud forests of northern Peru. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and moisture conditions upslope beyond the species' elevational limits. Mining activities and road construction in the region further fragment remaining populations.
Where does Gynoxys colanensis live?
Gynoxys colanensis 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 Gynoxys colanensis?
The main threats to Gynoxys colanensis 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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