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Ocotea cryptocarpa

Declining

Overview

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

Ocotea cryptocarpa faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and coffee cultivation, has eliminated much of its montane forest habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope into increasingly smaller areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ocotea cryptocarpa inhabits montane cloud forests and humid tropical forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. The species requires the consistent moisture and cool temperatures characteristic of these high-elevation ecosystems, typically growing in areas with frequent fog and high humidity.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ocotea cryptocarpa classified as Endangered?
Ocotea cryptocarpa 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. Ocotea cryptocarpa faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central American cloud forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and coffee cultivation, has eliminated much of its montane forest habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope into increasingly smaller areas.
Where does Ocotea cryptocarpa live?
Ocotea cryptocarpa 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 Ocotea cryptocarpa?
The main threats to Ocotea cryptocarpa 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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