VU

Chrysophyllum acreanum

Unknown

Overview

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

Chrysophyllum acreanum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazonian range, particularly in Acre and surrounding Brazilian states. The species' limited distribution makes it especially vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in the same forest ecosystems pose an additional threat to this endemic tree's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the western Amazon Basin, primarily in Acre state, Brazil. It occurs in terra firme forests on well-drained soils, typically as part of the forest canopy in areas with high biodiversity and complex forest structure.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chrysophyllum acreanum classified as Vulnerable?
Chrysophyllum acreanum 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. Chrysophyllum acreanum faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazonian range, particularly in Acre and surrounding Brazilian states. The species' limited distribution makes it especially vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in the same forest ecosystems pose an additional threat to this endemic tree's survival.
Where does Chrysophyllum acreanum live?
Chrysophyllum acreanum 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 Chrysophyllum acreanum?
The main threats to Chrysophyllum acreanum 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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