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Markea fosbergii

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Overview

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

Markea fosbergii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Colombia's montane cloud forests are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift the specific moisture and temperature conditions required by cloud forest ecosystems. Invasive plant species further degrade remaining habitat quality in fragmented forest patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

Markea fosbergii is endemic to montane cloud forests in the Colombian Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,800-2,400 meters. These misty, humid forests provide the specific microclimate conditions this epiphytic species requires, growing on tree trunks and branches in the forest canopy.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Markea fosbergii classified as Endangered?
Markea fosbergii 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. Markea fosbergii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Colombia's montane cloud forests are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift the specific moisture and temperature conditions required by cloud forest ecosystems. Invasive plant species further degrade remaining habitat quality in fragmented forest patches.
Where does Markea fosbergii live?
Markea fosbergii 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 Markea fosbergii?
The main threats to Markea fosbergii 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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