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Cathedra paraensis

Declining

Overview

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

Cathedra paraensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations targeting valuable timber species continue to degrade the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian tree species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests in the Amazon Basin, particularly in areas with well-drained soils and high canopy cover. It occurs primarily in primary forest environments where it forms part of the diverse understory and mid-canopy vegetation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cathedra paraensis classified as Endangered?
Cathedra paraensis 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. Cathedra paraensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations targeting valuable timber species continue to degrade the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree occurs.
Where does Cathedra paraensis live?
Cathedra paraensis 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 Cathedra paraensis?
The main threats to Cathedra paraensis 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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