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Miconia guayaquilensis

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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 guayaquilensis faces severe pressure from rapid urban expansion around Guayaquil, Ecuador, where its dry forest habitat is being converted for residential and commercial development. Agricultural encroachment, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and edge effects from surrounding disturbed areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits dry deciduous forests and forest edges in the coastal lowlands of western Ecuador, particularly in areas with well-drained soils and seasonal rainfall patterns. It occurs in secondary growth areas and forest margins, typically at elevations below 500 meters in the Guayas region.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia guayaquilensis classified as Endangered?
Miconia guayaquilensis 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 guayaquilensis faces severe pressure from rapid urban expansion around Guayaquil, Ecuador, where its dry forest habitat is being converted for residential and commercial development. Agricultural encroachment, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and edge effects from surrounding disturbed areas.
Where does Miconia guayaquilensis live?
Miconia guayaquilensis 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 guayaquilensis?
The main threats to Miconia guayaquilensis 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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