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Persea pedunculosa

Declining

Overview

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

Persea pedunculosa faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central American cloud forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its slow growth rate as a member of the avocado family limits natural recovery. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific moisture and temperature conditions required by cloud forest ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane cloud forests at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters, where persistent fog and high humidity create the specialized conditions required for its survival. It typically grows in the understory and canopy gaps of these biodiverse ecosystems, often associated with other endemic Lauraceae species.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Persea pedunculosa classified as Endangered?
Persea pedunculosa is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Persea pedunculosa faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central American cloud forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while its slow growth rate as a member of the avocado family limits natural recovery. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific moisture and temperature conditions required by cloud forest ecosystems.
Where does Persea pedunculosa live?
Persea pedunculosa 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 Persea pedunculosa?
The main threats to Persea pedunculosa 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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