VU

Linochilus antioquensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Linochilus antioquensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Colombia's Antioquia region. Mining activities and urban development have fragmented its cloud forest habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable elevation zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity. The conversion of native forests to cattle pastures and coffee plantations has eliminated critical breeding and foraging areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and humid montane forests in the Colombian Andes, typically found at elevations between 1,800 and 2,800 meters. It requires dense canopy cover and high humidity levels characteristic of these specialized Neotropical mountain ecosystems.

Grassland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Linochilus antioquensis classified as Vulnerable?
Linochilus antioquensis 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. Linochilus antioquensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Colombia's Antioquia region. Mining activities and urban development have fragmented its cloud forest habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable elevation zones beyond the species' adaptive capacity. The conversion of native forests to cattle pastures and coffee plantations has eliminated critical breeding and foraging areas.
Where does Linochilus antioquensis live?
Linochilus antioquensis occurs in Colombia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Linochilus antioquensis?
The main threats to Linochilus antioquensis 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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