CR

Clitoria andrei

Unknown

Overview

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

Clitoria andrei faces severe threats from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as small remaining forest patches become isolated and unable to support viable populations. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while the species' apparent specialization on specific forest conditions limits its ability to adapt to degraded environments.

Threat summary

Habitat

Clitoria andrei is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it inhabits humid lowland and montane forests. The species appears to require well-preserved forest conditions with dense canopy cover and is typically found in areas with rich, organic soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Clitoria andrei classified as Critically Endangered?
Clitoria andrei is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Clitoria andrei faces severe threats from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as small remaining forest patches become isolated and unable to support viable populations. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while the species' apparent specialization on specific forest conditions limits its ability to adapt to degraded environments.
Where does Clitoria andrei live?
Clitoria andrei 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 Clitoria andrei?
The main threats to Clitoria andrei 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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