VU

Hornschuchia myrtillus

Declining

Overview

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

Hornschuchia myrtillus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane forest range. Deforestation and agricultural expansion have fragmented its specialized ecosystem, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' adaptive capacity. The limited geographic distribution makes populations particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and extreme weather events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests and cloud forest ecosystems at elevations between 1,500-2,800 meters. It shows preference for areas with high humidity and consistent moisture levels, typically found in undisturbed primary forest with dense canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hornschuchia myrtillus classified as Vulnerable?
Hornschuchia myrtillus 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. Hornschuchia myrtillus faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane forest range. Deforestation and agricultural expansion have fragmented its specialized ecosystem, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones upslope beyond the species' adaptive capacity. The limited geographic distribution makes populations particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and extreme weather events.
Where does Hornschuchia myrtillus live?
Hornschuchia myrtillus 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 Hornschuchia myrtillus?
The main threats to Hornschuchia myrtillus 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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