VU

Sierra mariano

Doraops zuloagai

Unknown

Overview

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

The Sierra mariano faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in its montane forest habitat. Deforestation for coffee cultivation and pastureland has fragmented its range across the Colombian Andes. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures force this high-altitude specialist into increasingly restricted elevational zones.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Sierra mariano inhabits cloud forests and montane humid forests in the Colombian Andes, typically at elevations between 1,800-2,800 meters. It prefers dense canopy areas with high humidity and abundant epiphytic vegetation.

FRESHWATER· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sierra mariano classified as Vulnerable?
Sierra mariano 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. The Sierra mariano faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in its montane forest habitat. Deforestation for coffee cultivation and pastureland has fragmented its range across the Colombian Andes. Climate change poses an additional threat as rising temperatures force this high-altitude specialist into increasingly restricted elevational zones.
Where does Sierra mariano live?
Sierra mariano occurs in Colombia, and Venezuela. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Sierra mariano?
The main threats to Sierra mariano 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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