VU

Palicourea calantha

Unknown

Overview

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

Palicourea calantha faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its limited range in the Colombian Andes. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce available cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may force populations upslope into increasingly limited suitable habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane cloud forests and forest edges in the Colombian Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,800 and 2,400 meters. It favors areas with dense canopy cover and high moisture levels characteristic of Andean cloud forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Palicourea calantha classified as Vulnerable?
Palicourea calantha 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. Palicourea calantha faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its limited range in the Colombian Andes. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce available cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures may force populations upslope into increasingly limited suitable habitat.
Where does Palicourea calantha live?
Palicourea calantha 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 Palicourea calantha?
The main threats to Palicourea calantha 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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