VU

Schmardaea microphylla

Unknown

Overview

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

Schmardaea microphylla faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane forest range. Deforestation and forest fragmentation for agricultural expansion and logging activities have reduced the quality and connectivity of its specialized habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and moisture conditions of the high-altitude environments this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests and cloud forest environments at high elevations. It typically occurs in humid, moss-rich forest understories with consistent moisture levels and cool temperatures.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Schmardaea microphylla classified as Vulnerable?
Schmardaea microphylla 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. Schmardaea microphylla faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted montane forest range. Deforestation and forest fragmentation for agricultural expansion and logging activities have reduced the quality and connectivity of its specialized habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and moisture conditions of the high-altitude environments this species depends upon.
Where does Schmardaea microphylla live?
Schmardaea microphylla occurs in Colombia (Antioquia, La Guajira, Magdalena); Venezuela (Lara, Merida); Ecuador; Peru. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Schmardaea microphylla?
The main threats to Schmardaea microphylla 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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