VU

Riama vespertina

Unknown

Overview

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

Riama vespertina faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in the Colombian Andes are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized deforestation, while climate change threatens to shift the cool, humid conditions essential for its survival to higher elevations. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already limited habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Riama vespertina inhabits cloud forests and montane humid forests in the Colombian Andes, typically at elevations between 1,800-2,400 meters. These lizards require cool, moist environments with dense vegetation cover and are often found in leaf litter and low vegetation within primary and secondary forest habitats.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Riama vespertina classified as Vulnerable?
Riama vespertina 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. Riama vespertina faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as cloud forests in the Colombian Andes are cleared for agriculture and cattle ranching. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized deforestation, while climate change threatens to shift the cool, humid conditions essential for its survival to higher elevations. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment its already limited habitat.
Where does Riama vespertina live?
Riama vespertina 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 Riama vespertina?
The main threats to Riama vespertina 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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