VU

Mimosa andina

Unknown

Overview

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

Mimosa andina faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its high-altitude Andean habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already limited range across steep mountain slopes. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures push suitable habitat to higher elevations where less land area is available.

Threat summary

Habitat

Mimosa andina inhabits high-altitude Andean slopes and montane grasslands, typically found between 3,000-4,200 meters elevation. It grows on rocky outcrops and steep hillsides in areas with well-drained soils and seasonal rainfall patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mimosa andina classified as Vulnerable?
Mimosa andina 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. Mimosa andina faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its high-altitude Andean habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already limited range across steep mountain slopes. Climate change poses an additional threat as warming temperatures push suitable habitat to higher elevations where less land area is available.
Where does Mimosa andina live?
Mimosa andina 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 Mimosa andina?
The main threats to Mimosa andina 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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