VU

Ilex grandis

Declining

Overview

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

Ilex grandis faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in tropical montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for coffee cultivation and cattle ranching, has fragmented its cloud forest habitat. Logging operations targeting both the species itself for timber and clearing surrounding forest areas have reduced population connectivity and available breeding habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ilex grandis inhabits tropical montane cloud forests and humid mountain slopes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,800 meters. The species thrives in the misty, moisture-rich environments of these high-altitude forests where it forms part of the understory and mid-canopy vegetation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ilex grandis classified as Vulnerable?
Ilex grandis 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. Ilex grandis faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in tropical montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for coffee cultivation and cattle ranching, has fragmented its cloud forest habitat. Logging operations targeting both the species itself for timber and clearing surrounding forest areas have reduced population connectivity and available breeding habitat.
Where does Ilex grandis live?
Ilex grandis 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 Ilex grandis?
The main threats to Ilex grandis 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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