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Proctoporus cephalolineatus

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Overview

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

Proctoporus cephalolineatus faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in the Andean cloud forests of Peru. Mining activities and road construction fragment its already limited montane habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and humidity zones upslope beyond the species' elevational range. The lizard's restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits cloud forests and humid montane forests in the Peruvian Andes, typically at elevations between 2,000-3,500 meters. It requires areas with dense vegetation cover, high humidity, and stable temperatures characteristic of these specialized Andean ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Proctoporus cephalolineatus classified as Endangered?
Proctoporus cephalolineatus 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. Proctoporus cephalolineatus faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in the Andean cloud forests of Peru. Mining activities and road construction fragment its already limited montane habitat, while climate change threatens to shift suitable temperature and humidity zones upslope beyond the species' elevational range. The lizard's restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.
Where does Proctoporus cephalolineatus live?
Proctoporus cephalolineatus 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 Proctoporus cephalolineatus?
The main threats to Proctoporus cephalolineatus 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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