CR

Acritopappus harleyi

Declining

Overview

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

Acritopappus harleyi faces severe threats from mining activities and urban expansion in the iron-rich campos rupestres of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat destruction, with quarrying operations directly impacting the rocky outcrops where it grows. Agricultural conversion and infrastructure development continue to fragment its already limited habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits the campos rupestres (rocky grasslands) of the Espinhaço Range in Minas Gerais, Brazil, specifically growing on iron-rich quartzite outcrops and rocky crevices. It thrives in the unique montane savanna ecosystem characterized by shallow soils, exposed rock surfaces, and specialized plant communities adapted to harsh environmental conditions.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Acritopappus harleyi classified as Critically Endangered?
Acritopappus harleyi is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Acritopappus harleyi faces severe threats from mining activities and urban expansion in the iron-rich campos rupestres of Minas Gerais, Brazil. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat destruction, with quarrying operations directly impacting the rocky outcrops where it grows. Agricultural conversion and infrastructure development continue to fragment its already limited habitat.
Where does Acritopappus harleyi live?
Acritopappus harleyi 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 Acritopappus harleyi?
The main threats to Acritopappus harleyi 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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