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Alibertia duckei

Declining

Overview

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

Alibertia duckei faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-driven changes in precipitation patterns.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Amazonian shrub inhabits lowland tropical rainforests, typically found in the understory of primary and secondary forest formations. It occurs in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns characteristic of the central Amazon Basin.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Alibertia duckei classified as Endangered?
Alibertia duckei 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. Alibertia duckei faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and climate-driven changes in precipitation patterns.
Where does Alibertia duckei live?
Alibertia duckei 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 Alibertia duckei?
The main threats to Alibertia duckei 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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