The site maintains significantly higher soil gravimetric water content (49.4% average) compared to C. villosissimus habitats (32.0%).
Here is a solid feature breakdown of Frijolito based on 2015 ecological research: frijolito
Its ability to maintain higher moisture levels through the dry season makes it an ecologically stable refuge compared to surrounding, more arid locations. particularly for C. allenii in Panama.
A critical differentiator is its higher rainfall during the dry season (January–April), recording an average of 92.6 mm compared to 69.2 mm in surrounding areas like Gamboa. frijolito
The habitat presents lower light availability, averaging around 11.3% of full sun (PAR) in the wet season, which favors shade-tolerant adaptations. Contextual Significance
Frijolito serves as a primary site for researching ecological adaptation, particularly for C. allenii in Panama.