VU

Pouteria bapeba

Unknown

Overview

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

Pouteria bapeba faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Atlantic Forest range in Brazil. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and cattle ranching continue to reduce the quality and connectivity of its native forest habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Pouteria bapeba is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. The species typically grows in primary and well-developed secondary forest formations, preferring areas with rich, well-drained soils.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· majorMarine coastal/supratidal· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pouteria bapeba classified as Vulnerable?
Pouteria bapeba 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. Pouteria bapeba faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Atlantic Forest range in Brazil. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and cattle ranching continue to reduce the quality and connectivity of its native forest habitat.
Where does Pouteria bapeba live?
Pouteria bapeba 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 Pouteria bapeba?
The main threats to Pouteria bapeba 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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