VU

Palicourea macbridei

Declining

Overview

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

Palicourea macbridei faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its limited range in the Peruvian Andes. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to reduce the montane forest areas essential for this endemic shrub's survival. Climate change poses an additional threat, as shifting temperature and precipitation patterns may alter the specific microclimatic conditions this species requires in its high-altitude habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Peruvian species inhabits montane cloud forests and humid forest edges at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters in the eastern Andean slopes. It typically grows in areas with consistent moisture and partial shade within the understory of these specialized high-altitude ecosystems.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Palicourea macbridei classified as Vulnerable?
Palicourea macbridei 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 macbridei faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its limited range in the Peruvian Andes. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to reduce the montane forest areas essential for this endemic shrub's survival. Climate change poses an additional threat, as shifting temperature and precipitation patterns may alter the specific microclimatic conditions this species requires in its high-altitude habitat.
Where does Palicourea macbridei live?
Palicourea macbridei 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 macbridei?
The main threats to Palicourea macbridei 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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