VU

Casearia macrocarpa

Unknown

Overview

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

Casearia macrocarpa faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has reduced its forest habitat to isolated fragments. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to encroach on remaining populations, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it grows in humid lowland and montane forests. It typically occurs in secondary forest fragments and forest edges at elevations between 200-800 meters.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Casearia macrocarpa classified as Vulnerable?
Casearia macrocarpa 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. Casearia macrocarpa faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has reduced its forest habitat to isolated fragments. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to encroach on remaining populations, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.
Where does Casearia macrocarpa live?
Casearia macrocarpa 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 Casearia macrocarpa?
The main threats to Casearia macrocarpa 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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