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Campsiandra velutina

Declining

Overview

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

Campsiandra velutina faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazon basin range. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact lowland rainforest ecosystems. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same habitat zones pose additional threats to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This leguminous tree species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon basin, typically occurring in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. It is found in both primary and mature secondary forests at elevations below 500 meters.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Campsiandra velutina classified as Endangered?
Campsiandra velutina 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. Campsiandra velutina faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazon basin range. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact lowland rainforest ecosystems. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same habitat zones pose additional threats to remaining populations.
Where does Campsiandra velutina live?
Campsiandra velutina occurs in Venezuela. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Campsiandra velutina?
The main threats to Campsiandra velutina 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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