VU

Palicourea sodiroi

Unknown

Overview

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

Palicourea sodiroi faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited Andean range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the cloud forest and montane forest habitats essential for this species' survival. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and humidity conditions required in its high-altitude ecosystem.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and humid montane forests in the Andes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,500 and 2,800 meters. It requires the specific microclimate conditions found in these high-altitude ecosystems, including consistent moisture levels and moderate temperatures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Palicourea sodiroi classified as Vulnerable?
Palicourea sodiroi 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 sodiroi faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited Andean range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the cloud forest and montane forest habitats essential for this species' survival. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific temperature and humidity conditions required in its high-altitude ecosystem.
Where does Palicourea sodiroi live?
Palicourea sodiroi occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Palicourea sodiroi?
The main threats to Palicourea sodiroi 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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