CR

Ocotea sperata

Declining

Overview

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

Ocotea sperata faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its limited montane forest range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while selective logging targets mature trees of this valuable timber species. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required in its high-elevation forest habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ocotea sperata inhabits humid montane forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters, typically growing in cloud forest conditions with consistent moisture and moderate temperatures. The species requires well-drained soils and is often found on steep slopes within primary forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ocotea sperata classified as Critically Endangered?
Ocotea sperata is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Ocotea sperata faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its limited montane forest range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while selective logging targets mature trees of this valuable timber species. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and moisture conditions required in its high-elevation forest habitat.
Where does Ocotea sperata live?
Ocotea sperata 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 sperata?
The main threats to Ocotea sperata 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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