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Aripuana cullmaniorum

Declining

Overview

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

Aripuana cullmaniorum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation in the Brazilian Amazon, particularly from cattle ranching and agricultural expansion in Mato Grosso state. Mining activities and infrastructure development further threaten the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The species' restricted range makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary rainforest in the southern Amazon Basin of Brazil, specifically in the Aripuanã River region of Mato Grosso state. It occurs in both terra firme and várzea forest types, typically in areas with dense canopy cover and high humidity.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aripuana cullmaniorum classified as Endangered?
Aripuana cullmaniorum 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. Aripuana cullmaniorum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation in the Brazilian Amazon, particularly from cattle ranching and agricultural expansion in Mato Grosso state. Mining activities and infrastructure development further threaten the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The species' restricted range makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.
Where does Aripuana cullmaniorum live?
Aripuana cullmaniorum 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 Aripuana cullmaniorum?
The main threats to Aripuana cullmaniorum 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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