VU

Caraipa utilis

Unknown

Overview

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

Caraipa utilis faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Amazonian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target valuable timber species in its lowland forest habitat. Agricultural expansion, especially cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to fragment remaining populations across Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.

Threat summary

Habitat

Caraipa utilis inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically found in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. The species occurs in primary and secondary forest formations at elevations below 500 meters, often associated with areas of high tree diversity.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Caraipa utilis classified as Vulnerable?
Caraipa utilis 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. Caraipa utilis faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Amazonian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target valuable timber species in its lowland forest habitat. Agricultural expansion, especially cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to fragment remaining populations across Brazil, Peru, and Colombia.
Where does Caraipa utilis live?
Caraipa utilis 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 Caraipa utilis?
The main threats to Caraipa utilis 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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