VU

Lymanopoda marianna

Unknown

Overview

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

Lymanopoda marianna faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in the Colombian Andes are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and humidity conditions required by this high-altitude specialist. The species' restricted range and fragmented populations make it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from human encroachment.

Threat summary

Habitat

This butterfly inhabits cloud forests and páramo ecosystems in the high Andes of Colombia, typically found at elevations between 2,800-3,500 meters. It requires the cool, humid conditions and specialized plant communities characteristic of these montane environments.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Lymanopoda marianna classified as Vulnerable?
Lymanopoda marianna 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. Lymanopoda marianna faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in the Colombian Andes are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and humidity conditions required by this high-altitude specialist. The species' restricted range and fragmented populations make it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from human encroachment.
Where does Lymanopoda marianna live?
Lymanopoda marianna 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 Lymanopoda marianna?
The main threats to Lymanopoda marianna 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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