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Monnina sodiroana

Unknown

Overview

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

Monnina sodiroana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Andean range in Ecuador. The species' restriction to cloud forest habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as rising temperatures push suitable conditions to higher elevations. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Ecuadorian species inhabits montane cloud forests and humid upper montane forests along the eastern Andean slopes, typically occurring between 2,000-3,500 meters elevation. It grows in areas with persistent cloud cover and high humidity, often in secondary forest edges and disturbed forest remnants.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Monnina sodiroana classified as Endangered?
Monnina sodiroana 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. Monnina sodiroana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Andean range in Ecuador. The species' restriction to cloud forest habitats makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change, as rising temperatures push suitable conditions to higher elevations. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub persists.
Where does Monnina sodiroana live?
Monnina sodiroana 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 Monnina sodiroana?
The main threats to Monnina sodiroana 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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