VU

Inga balsapambensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Inga balsapambensis faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation in Ecuador's cloud forest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. The species' restriction to specific elevational zones makes it particularly vulnerable to climate-induced habitat shifts.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests in the Andes of Ecuador, typically occurring at elevations between 1,800-2,400 meters. It grows in humid, mist-shrouded forests characterized by high epiphyte diversity and persistent cloud cover.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Inga balsapambensis classified as Vulnerable?
Inga balsapambensis 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. Inga balsapambensis faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation in Ecuador's cloud forest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. The species' restriction to specific elevational zones makes it particularly vulnerable to climate-induced habitat shifts.
Where does Inga balsapambensis live?
Inga balsapambensis 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 Inga balsapambensis?
The main threats to Inga balsapambensis 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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