VU

Masdevallia meleagris

Unknown

Overview

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

Masdevallia meleagris faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in its limited Andean range are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes entire populations vulnerable to localized deforestation events. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting the narrow temperature and humidity ranges required by this epiphytic orchid, potentially forcing populations upslope beyond suitable habitat zones.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid inhabits cool, humid cloud forests of the Andes at elevations between 1,800-2,800 meters. It grows attached to moss-covered tree trunks and branches in areas with consistent moisture and filtered sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Masdevallia meleagris classified as Vulnerable?
Masdevallia meleagris 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. Masdevallia meleagris faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in its limited Andean range are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes entire populations vulnerable to localized deforestation events. Climate change poses an additional threat by shifting the narrow temperature and humidity ranges required by this epiphytic orchid, potentially forcing populations upslope beyond suitable habitat zones.
Where does Masdevallia meleagris live?
Masdevallia meleagris 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 Masdevallia meleagris?
The main threats to Masdevallia meleagris 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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