VU

Palicourea cornigera

Unknown

Overview

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

Palicourea cornigera faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Central American range, particularly due to agricultural expansion and cattle ranching. The species' dependence on intact cloud forest and montane forest ecosystems makes it especially vulnerable to climate change, as rising temperatures force suitable habitat to higher elevations with limited available area. Mining activities and infrastructure development in mountainous regions further fragment remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Palicourea cornigera inhabits cloud forests and montane rainforests at elevations between 1,200 and 2,500 meters in Central America. The species requires intact forest canopy and is typically found in areas with high humidity and consistent moisture levels characteristic of these specialized ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Palicourea cornigera classified as Vulnerable?
Palicourea cornigera 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 cornigera faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Central American range, particularly due to agricultural expansion and cattle ranching. The species' dependence on intact cloud forest and montane forest ecosystems makes it especially vulnerable to climate change, as rising temperatures force suitable habitat to higher elevations with limited available area. Mining activities and infrastructure development in mountainous regions further fragment remaining populations.
Where does Palicourea cornigera live?
Palicourea cornigera 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 cornigera?
The main threats to Palicourea cornigera 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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