VU

Campomanesia hirsuta

Unknown

Overview

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

Campomanesia hirsuta faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the slow growth rate of this endemic tree limits its ability to recover from disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian tree occurs exclusively in remnant Atlantic Forest fragments in the states of São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro. It typically grows in humid montane forests at elevations between 800-1,200 meters, preferring well-drained soils on slopes and ridges.

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Campomanesia hirsuta classified as Vulnerable?
Campomanesia hirsuta 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. Campomanesia hirsuta faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the slow growth rate of this endemic tree limits its ability to recover from disturbance.
Where does Campomanesia hirsuta live?
Campomanesia hirsuta 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 Campomanesia hirsuta?
The main threats to Campomanesia hirsuta 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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