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Kielmeyera marauensis

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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.

Kielmeyera marauensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native cerrado habitat. Mining operations in the region pose additional threats through direct habitat destruction and soil contamination. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, with small population sizes unable to withstand continued habitat degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the cerrado savanna ecosystems of central Brazil, typically found in well-drained sandy soils and rocky outcrops. It occurs in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons, often associated with gallery forests and woodland-savanna transition zones.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Kielmeyera marauensis classified as Endangered?
Kielmeyera marauensis 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. Kielmeyera marauensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native cerrado habitat. Mining operations in the region pose additional threats through direct habitat destruction and soil contamination. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, with small population sizes unable to withstand continued habitat degradation.
Where does Kielmeyera marauensis live?
Kielmeyera marauensis 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 Kielmeyera marauensis?
The main threats to Kielmeyera marauensis 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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