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Ocotea marcescens

Declining

Overview

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

Ocotea marcescens 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 marcescens inhabits montane cloud forests and humid tropical forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. The species requires the persistent moisture and stable temperatures characteristic of these high-elevation forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ocotea marcescens classified as Endangered?
Ocotea marcescens 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 marcescens 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 marcescens live?
Ocotea marcescens 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 marcescens?
The main threats to Ocotea marcescens 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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