VU

Heliconia peckenpaughii

Unknown

Overview

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

Heliconia peckenpaughii faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central America. The species' specialized pollination requirements and narrow habitat preferences make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, which disrupts the ecological relationships essential for its reproduction. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the montane forest conditions this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forest edges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters in Central America. It typically grows in partially shaded understory areas with high humidity and consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Heliconia peckenpaughii classified as Vulnerable?
Heliconia peckenpaughii 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. Heliconia peckenpaughii faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central America. The species' specialized pollination requirements and narrow habitat preferences make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, which disrupts the ecological relationships essential for its reproduction. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the montane forest conditions this species depends upon.
Where does Heliconia peckenpaughii live?
Heliconia peckenpaughii 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 Heliconia peckenpaughii?
The main threats to Heliconia peckenpaughii 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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