Aechmea zebrina
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Aechmea zebrina

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Overview

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

Aechmea zebrina faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion have eliminated much of its epiphytic habitat, while collection for the ornamental plant trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid microclimate conditions this bromeliad requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This epiphytic bromeliad inhabits the humid Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil, growing on tree trunks and branches in both primary and secondary forest formations. It typically occurs at elevations between 200-800 meters in areas with consistent moisture and filtered sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aechmea zebrina classified as Endangered?
Aechmea zebrina is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Aechmea zebrina faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion have eliminated much of its epiphytic habitat, while collection for the ornamental plant trade has further reduced wild populations. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid microclimate conditions this bromeliad requires for survival.
Where does Aechmea zebrina live?
Aechmea zebrina 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 Aechmea zebrina?
The main threats to Aechmea zebrina 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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