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Beilschmiedia fluminensis

Declining

Overview

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

Beilschmiedia fluminensis faces severe pressure from urban expansion and agricultural conversion throughout its limited range in southeastern Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging targets mature forest stands where this tree species typically occurs. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns affecting the humid forest conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits the humid Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, typically occurring in primary and well-preserved secondary forest formations. It grows in the understory and canopy of lowland and montane rainforests, preferring areas with consistent moisture and rich, well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Beilschmiedia fluminensis classified as Endangered?
Beilschmiedia fluminensis 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. Beilschmiedia fluminensis faces severe pressure from urban expansion and agricultural conversion throughout its limited range in southeastern Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging targets mature forest stands where this tree species typically occurs. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns affecting the humid forest conditions this species requires.
Where does Beilschmiedia fluminensis live?
Beilschmiedia fluminensis 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 Beilschmiedia fluminensis?
The main threats to Beilschmiedia fluminensis 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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