VU

Restrepia tabeae

Unknown

Overview

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

Restrepia tabeae faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion in Colombia's cloud forest ecosystems. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift the narrow temperature and humidity conditions required for its survival. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic orchid inhabits humid cloud forests and montane rainforests at elevations between 1,500-2,500 meters in the Colombian Andes. It grows on moss-covered tree branches and trunks in areas with consistent moisture and filtered sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Restrepia tabeae classified as Vulnerable?
Restrepia tabeae 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. Restrepia tabeae faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion in Colombia's cloud forest ecosystems. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to shift the narrow temperature and humidity conditions required for its survival. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.
Where does Restrepia tabeae live?
Restrepia tabeae 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 Restrepia tabeae?
The main threats to Restrepia tabeae 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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