VU

Archolaemus santosi

Unknown

Overview

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

Archolaemus santosi faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Deforestation and forest fragmentation for agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced the quality and connectivity of its forest habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population sizes increasing extinction risk from stochastic events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments in southeastern Brazil, preferring mature forest areas with dense canopy cover. It occurs in both primary and well-developed secondary forest habitats within its restricted geographic range.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Archolaemus santosi classified as Vulnerable?
Archolaemus santosi 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. Archolaemus santosi faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range within Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Deforestation and forest fragmentation for agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced the quality and connectivity of its forest habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with small population sizes increasing extinction risk from stochastic events.
Where does Archolaemus santosi live?
Archolaemus santosi 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 Archolaemus santosi?
The main threats to Archolaemus santosi 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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