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Amorimia concinna

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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.

Amorimia concinna faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its range in the Brazilian Cerrado. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to the conversion of native savanna vegetation to cropland and pasture. Mining activities and urban development further fragment the remaining suitable habitat, while altered fire regimes disrupt the natural ecological processes this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

Amorimia concinna is endemic to the Brazilian Cerrado, where it inhabits open savannas, grasslands, and gallery forest edges. The species requires well-drained soils and is typically found in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns characteristic of the tropical savanna biome.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Amorimia concinna classified as Endangered?
Amorimia concinna 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. Amorimia concinna faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its range in the Brazilian Cerrado. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to the conversion of native savanna vegetation to cropland and pasture. Mining activities and urban development further fragment the remaining suitable habitat, while altered fire regimes disrupt the natural ecological processes this species depends upon.
Where does Amorimia concinna live?
Amorimia concinna 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 Amorimia concinna?
The main threats to Amorimia concinna 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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