VU

Saurauia lanceolata

Unknown

Overview

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

Saurauia lanceolata faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in tropical montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for coffee cultivation and cattle ranching, has fragmented its cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope with nowhere to retreat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Saurauia lanceolata inhabits tropical montane cloud forests and humid mountain slopes, typically occurring at elevations between 1,200-2,400 meters. The species thrives in the misty, moisture-rich environments of these high-altitude forests where it grows as an understory shrub or small tree.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Saurauia lanceolata classified as Vulnerable?
Saurauia lanceolata 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. Saurauia lanceolata faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in tropical montane forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for coffee cultivation and cattle ranching, has fragmented its cloud forest habitat. The species' restricted elevational range makes it particularly vulnerable to climate change impacts, as warming temperatures force suitable habitat upslope with nowhere to retreat.
Where does Saurauia lanceolata live?
Saurauia lanceolata 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 Saurauia lanceolata?
The main threats to Saurauia lanceolata 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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