CR

Mezilaurus glabriantha

Unknown

Overview

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

Mezilaurus glabriantha faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and agricultural expansion, which have eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Mining operations and urban development further threaten the remaining forest fragments where this endemic tree persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

Mezilaurus glabriantha is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid montane and submontane forests. The species typically grows in well-drained soils of primary and secondary forest formations at elevations between 500-1200 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mezilaurus glabriantha classified as Critically Endangered?
Mezilaurus glabriantha is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Mezilaurus glabriantha faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to logging activities and agricultural expansion, which have eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Mining operations and urban development further threaten the remaining forest fragments where this endemic tree persists.
Where does Mezilaurus glabriantha live?
Mezilaurus glabriantha 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 Mezilaurus glabriantha?
The main threats to Mezilaurus glabriantha 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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