VU

Roble guira

Henriettea squamata

Unknown

Overview

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

Roble guira faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central America's montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further threaten the specialized cloud forest ecosystems this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

Roble guira inhabits montane cloud forests and humid tropical forests at elevations between 1,000-2,500 meters. The species requires the specialized microclimate conditions found in these mist-shrouded ecosystems, including high humidity and consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Roble guira classified as Vulnerable?
Roble guira 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. Roble guira faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central America's montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further threaten the specialized cloud forest ecosystems this species depends upon.
Where does Roble guira live?
Roble guira occurs in Archipiélago de Cuba, Cuba, and Global. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Roble guira?
The main threats to Roble guira 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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