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Calycorectes duarteanus

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Overview

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

Calycorectes duarteanus faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The conversion of native forest to cattle pasture and sugarcane plantations has eliminated much of its original habitat, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it inhabits humid lowland and montane forests. It typically occurs in well-preserved forest fragments with dense canopy cover and rich understory vegetation.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Calycorectes duarteanus classified as Endangered?
Calycorectes duarteanus 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. Calycorectes duarteanus faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The conversion of native forest to cattle pasture and sugarcane plantations has eliminated much of its original habitat, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.
Where does Calycorectes duarteanus live?
Calycorectes duarteanus 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 Calycorectes duarteanus?
The main threats to Calycorectes duarteanus 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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