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Cariniana parvifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Cariniana parvifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. The species' large size and valuable timber make it a prime target for selective logging, while agricultural expansion and urban development continue to reduce its remaining forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering precipitation patterns critical for this tree's reproductive cycles and seedling establishment.

Threat summary

Habitat

This large canopy tree is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in both primary and secondary humid forests at elevations from sea level to approximately 1,000 meters. It typically grows in well-drained soils within the forest interior, forming part of the emergent canopy layer alongside other large timber species.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cariniana parvifolia classified as Endangered?
Cariniana parvifolia 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. Cariniana parvifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. The species' large size and valuable timber make it a prime target for selective logging, while agricultural expansion and urban development continue to reduce its remaining forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering precipitation patterns critical for this tree's reproductive cycles and seedling establishment.
Where does Cariniana parvifolia live?
Cariniana parvifolia 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 Cariniana parvifolia?
The main threats to Cariniana parvifolia 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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