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Hoffmannia ecuatoriana

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Overview

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

Hoffmannia ecuatoriana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Ecuador's cloud forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to the specialized montane ecosystems this endemic shrub requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Ecuadorian species inhabits humid montane cloud forests and forest edges at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters. It typically grows in the understory of primary and secondary forests with high moisture levels and consistent cloud cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hoffmannia ecuatoriana classified as Endangered?
Hoffmannia ecuatoriana 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. Hoffmannia ecuatoriana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Ecuador's cloud forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to the specialized montane ecosystems this endemic shrub requires for survival.
Where does Hoffmannia ecuatoriana live?
Hoffmannia ecuatoriana 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 Hoffmannia ecuatoriana?
The main threats to Hoffmannia ecuatoriana 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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