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Inga fosteriana

Unknown

Overview

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

Inga fosteriana faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and coffee cultivation, has reduced suitable habitat patches. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may force populations upslope beyond available habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inga fosteriana inhabits montane cloud forests and humid premontane forests at elevations between 800-2000 meters. The species requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels typical of cloud forest ecosystems in Central America.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Inga fosteriana classified as Endangered?
Inga fosteriana 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. Inga fosteriana faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and coffee cultivation, has reduced suitable habitat patches. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may force populations upslope beyond available habitat.
Where does Inga fosteriana live?
Inga fosteriana 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 fosteriana?
The main threats to Inga fosteriana 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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