VU

Conchocarpus hamadryadicus

Declining

Overview

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

Conchocarpus hamadryadicus faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soybean cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits the understory of Atlantic Forest remnants, typically found in humid montane forests between 500-1200 meters elevation. It requires well-preserved forest conditions with dense canopy cover and rich, organic soils characteristic of mature Atlantic Forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Conchocarpus hamadryadicus classified as Vulnerable?
Conchocarpus hamadryadicus 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. Conchocarpus hamadryadicus faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soybean cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Conchocarpus hamadryadicus live?
Conchocarpus hamadryadicus 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 hamadryadicus?
The main threats to Conchocarpus hamadryadicus 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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