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Meistera stephanocolea

Stable

Overview

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

Meistera stephanocolea faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as montane forests are cleared for agriculture and human settlement expansion. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' ability to adapt or migrate.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests and humid tropical forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. It requires dense canopy cover and high humidity levels typical of undisturbed primary forest ecosystems.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical dry· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Meistera stephanocolea classified as Endangered?
Meistera stephanocolea 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. Meistera stephanocolea faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as montane forests are cleared for agriculture and human settlement expansion. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' ability to adapt or migrate.
Where does Meistera stephanocolea live?
Meistera stephanocolea occurs in Laos. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Meistera stephanocolea?
The main threats to Meistera stephanocolea 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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