Lymanopoda paramera
Overview
A detailed profile for this species is sourced from the IUCN Red List of Threatened Species as assessments become available.
Lymanopoda paramera 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 this high-altitude butterfly requires, potentially forcing populations upslope into increasingly fragmented habitat patches. The species' restricted range and specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to these combined pressures.
Habitat
This butterfly inhabits cloud forests and páramo ecosystems in the Colombian Andes, typically at elevations between 2,800-3,500 meters. It requires the specific microclimate conditions found in these high-altitude montane environments, including consistent moisture levels and cool temperatures.
Other threatened species in Nymphalidae
Threatened in Colombia
Frequently asked questions
Why is Lymanopoda paramera classified as Endangered?
Where does Lymanopoda paramera live?
What are the main threats to Lymanopoda paramera?
Get weekly conservation intelligence
One short digest a week of the most striking species and country data we ship, plus breaking conservation news paired with our database where it matters.
Free, no spam. One-click unsubscribe in every email.