September 20, 2025Phytotaxa

Pleurothallis moniquirensis (Orchidaceae, Pleurothallidinae): A new species from the Eastern Andes of Colombia threatened by habitat loss, illegal collection, and mining

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The new species pleurothallis moniquirensis is categorized as endangered due to significant habitat loss.
Fieldwork revealed that the species has a restricted distribution and faces threats from mining activities.
Morphological comparisons show it has similarities with pleurothallis petroana, but distinct features set it apart.
Conservation measures are necessary to protect this species from illegal collection and ongoing environmental degradation.

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Newly identified species pleurothallis moniquirensis is classified as endangered due to habitat loss, suggesting urgent conservation action.

Sierra-Ariza et al. (2025) studied this question.

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Newly identified species pleurothallis moniquirensis is classified as endangered due to habitat loss, suggesting urgent conservation action.