CR

Conchocarpus furcatus

Declining

Overview

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

Conchocarpus furcatus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its native forest habitat. Urban development pressures continue to reduce remaining forest patches, while the species' limited dispersal ability prevents recolonization of degraded areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits the understory and edges of Atlantic Forest remnants, typically in humid lowland and montane forests. It occurs in both primary forest areas and secondary growth forests that maintain adequate canopy cover and soil moisture.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Conchocarpus furcatus classified as Critically Endangered?
Conchocarpus furcatus 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. Conchocarpus furcatus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its native forest habitat. Urban development pressures continue to reduce remaining forest patches, while the species' limited dispersal ability prevents recolonization of degraded areas.
Where does Conchocarpus furcatus live?
Conchocarpus furcatus 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 Conchocarpus furcatus?
The main threats to Conchocarpus furcatus 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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