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Miconia collayensis

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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.

Miconia collayensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in its limited Andean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while mining activities and infrastructure development continue to reduce available habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' current elevational range.

Threat summary

Habitat

Miconia collayensis inhabits montane cloud forests and humid Andean slopes at elevations between 2,000-3,500 meters. The species requires the specific microclimate conditions found in these high-altitude ecosystems, including consistent moisture and moderate temperatures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia collayensis classified as Endangered?
Miconia collayensis 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. Miconia collayensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in its limited Andean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while mining activities and infrastructure development continue to reduce available habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures may shift suitable habitat zones beyond the species' current elevational range.
Where does Miconia collayensis live?
Miconia collayensis 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 Miconia collayensis?
The main threats to Miconia collayensis 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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