VU

Meriania robusta

Declining

Overview

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

Meriania robusta faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited Andean range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce available cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may force populations upslope into increasingly limited suitable habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Meriania robusta inhabits montane cloud forests and humid upper montane forests in the Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 2,000-3,000 meters. The species requires the persistent moisture and stable temperatures characteristic of these high-altitude forest ecosystems.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Meriania robusta classified as Vulnerable?
Meriania robusta 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. Meriania robusta faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited Andean range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce available cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may force populations upslope into increasingly limited suitable habitat.
Where does Meriania robusta live?
Meriania robusta 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 Meriania robusta?
The main threats to Meriania robusta 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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