Rueda's Anole
VU

Rueda's Anole

Anolis maculigula

Unknown

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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.

Rueda's Anole faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as Colombia's montane forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range in the Cordillera Oriental makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures may force this montane specialist to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly scarce.

Threat summary

Habitat

This anole inhabits montane cloud forests and humid subtropical forests in the Cordillera Oriental of Colombia, typically found at elevations between 1,800-2,400 meters. The species prefers dense forest canopy and edge habitats with high humidity and consistent temperatures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rueda's Anole classified as Vulnerable?
Rueda's Anole 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. Rueda's Anole faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as Colombia's montane forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range in the Cordillera Oriental makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with fragmentation isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures may force this montane specialist to higher elevations where suitable habitat becomes increasingly scarce.
Where does Rueda's Anole live?
Rueda's Anole 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 Rueda's Anole?
The main threats to Rueda's Anole 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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