VU

Acritopappus irwinii

Unknown

Overview

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

Acritopappus irwinii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and degrade its specialized cerrado habitat. Mining operations in the region pose additional threats through direct habitat destruction and soil contamination. The species' restricted range in central Brazil makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change may alter the delicate moisture and temperature conditions required for its survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian composite inhabits specialized cerrado grasslands and rocky outcrops in the central highlands of Goiás state. It typically occurs in well-drained soils on elevated plateaus with specific moisture regimes and seasonal rainfall patterns characteristic of the cerrado biome.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Acritopappus irwinii classified as Vulnerable?
Acritopappus irwinii 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. Acritopappus irwinii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and degrade its specialized cerrado habitat. Mining operations in the region pose additional threats through direct habitat destruction and soil contamination. The species' restricted range in central Brazil makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change may alter the delicate moisture and temperature conditions required for its survival.
Where does Acritopappus irwinii live?
Acritopappus irwinii 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 irwinii?
The main threats to Acritopappus irwinii 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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