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Byrsonima frondosa

Declining

Overview

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

Byrsonima frondosa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Brazilian Cerrado. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to encroach on the species' remaining strongholds, while altered fire regimes disrupt the natural savanna dynamics this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Brazilian Cerrado, inhabiting open savannas and woodland edges with well-drained soils. It typically occurs in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns and periodic natural fires that maintain the open canopy structure.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Byrsonima frondosa classified as Endangered?
Byrsonima frondosa 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. Byrsonima frondosa faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Brazilian Cerrado. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to encroach on the species' remaining strongholds, while altered fire regimes disrupt the natural savanna dynamics this species depends upon.
Where does Byrsonima frondosa live?
Byrsonima frondosa 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 Byrsonima frondosa?
The main threats to Byrsonima frondosa 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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