VU

Attalea camposportoana

Declining

Overview

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

Attalea camposportoana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as isolated populations struggle to maintain genetic diversity and recruitment. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the palm's valuable timber and heart-of-palm make it a target for selective harvesting.

Threat summary

Habitat

This palm species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. It typically grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations, often in areas with high rainfall and consistent humidity.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Attalea camposportoana classified as Vulnerable?
Attalea camposportoana 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. Attalea camposportoana faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as isolated populations struggle to maintain genetic diversity and recruitment. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the palm's valuable timber and heart-of-palm make it a target for selective harvesting.
Where does Attalea camposportoana live?
Attalea camposportoana 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 Attalea camposportoana?
The main threats to Attalea camposportoana 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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