EN

Herrania dugandii

Declining

Overview

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

Herrania dugandii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Colombia's Andean cloud forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and humidity conditions required by this cloud forest endemic.

Threat summary

Habitat

Herrania dugandii is endemic to Colombia's Andean cloud forests, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. These misty montane forests provide the specific humidity and temperature conditions required by this rare cacao relative.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Herrania dugandii classified as Endangered?
Herrania dugandii 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. Herrania dugandii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Colombia's Andean cloud forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and humidity conditions required by this cloud forest endemic.
Where does Herrania dugandii live?
Herrania dugandii occurs in Colombia, and Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Herrania dugandii?
The main threats to Herrania dugandii 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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