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Chomelia tristis

Declining

Overview

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

Chomelia tristis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest region. Deforestation for sugarcane cultivation and pasture development has fragmented its habitat into isolated patches. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available forest cover, while the species' apparent specialization for specific forest conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments in southeastern Brazil, typically found in humid lowland and montane forests. It appears to prefer well-preserved forest areas with dense canopy cover and may be associated with specific soil or microclimate conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chomelia tristis classified as Endangered?
Chomelia tristis 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. Chomelia tristis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest region. Deforestation for sugarcane cultivation and pasture development has fragmented its habitat into isolated patches. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available forest cover, while the species' apparent specialization for specific forest conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation.
Where does Chomelia tristis live?
Chomelia tristis 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 Chomelia tristis?
The main threats to Chomelia tristis 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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