VU

Streptopogon lindigii

Unknown

Overview

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

Streptopogon lindigii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Andean range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on specific microclimate conditions found in intact cloud forest ecosystems. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and humidity regimes essential for this moss species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This moss species inhabits humid montane cloud forests in the northern Andes, typically growing on tree bark and rocks in areas with consistent moisture and moderate temperatures. It occurs at elevations between 2,000-3,500 meters where fog and cloud cover provide the stable humidity conditions essential for its survival.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Streptopogon lindigii classified as Vulnerable?
Streptopogon lindigii 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. Streptopogon lindigii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited Andean range. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on specific microclimate conditions found in intact cloud forest ecosystems. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the temperature and humidity regimes essential for this moss species' survival.
Where does Streptopogon lindigii live?
Streptopogon lindigii 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 Streptopogon lindigii?
The main threats to Streptopogon lindigii 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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