VU

Piper napo-pastazanum

Unknown

Overview

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

Piper napo-pastazanum faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in the Amazon basin, particularly from agricultural expansion and logging activities. The species' restricted range in Ecuador and Peru makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change poses additional risks to its montane forest ecosystem.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forests in the eastern Andean slopes of Ecuador and Peru. It typically grows in understory environments at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters, preferring areas with consistent moisture and partial shade.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Piper napo-pastazanum classified as Vulnerable?
Piper napo-pastazanum 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. Piper napo-pastazanum faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in the Amazon basin, particularly from agricultural expansion and logging activities. The species' restricted range in Ecuador and Peru makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change poses additional risks to its montane forest ecosystem.
Where does Piper napo-pastazanum live?
Piper napo-pastazanum 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 Piper napo-pastazanum?
The main threats to Piper napo-pastazanum 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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