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Psychotria lopezii

Unknown

Overview

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

Psychotria lopezii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its restricted range in Colombian cloud forests. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift the specific temperature and humidity conditions required by this montane endemic. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional localized threats to remaining forest patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Colombian species inhabits humid montane cloud forests at elevations between 1,800-2,400 meters in the Cordillera Oriental. It requires the specific microclimate conditions of cloud forest understory, thriving in areas with persistent fog cover and high humidity levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria lopezii classified as Endangered?
Psychotria lopezii 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. Psychotria lopezii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its restricted range in Colombian cloud forests. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while climate change threatens to shift the specific temperature and humidity conditions required by this montane endemic. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional localized threats to remaining forest patches.
Where does Psychotria lopezii live?
Psychotria lopezii 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 Psychotria lopezii?
The main threats to Psychotria lopezii 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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