VUVulnerable

Metteniusa huilensis

Declining

Overview

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

Metteniusa huilensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Colombian Andes. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Huila region pose additional threats to the montane forest ecosystems this species depends upon.
Threat summary

Habitat

Metteniusa huilensis is endemic to montane cloud forests and humid Andean forests in the Huila Department of Colombia, typically occurring at elevations between 1,800 and 2,800 meters. The species thrives in the cool, moist conditions of these high-altitude ecosystems, often found in areas with persistent cloud cover and high humidity.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Metteniusa huilensis classified as Vulnerable?

Metteniusa huilensis 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. Metteniusa huilensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Colombian Andes. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Huila region pose additional threats to the montane forest ecosystems this species depends upon.

Where does Metteniusa huilensis live?

Metteniusa huilensis occurs in Colombia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.

What are the main threats to Metteniusa huilensis?

The main threats to Metteniusa huilensis 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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