CR

Conchocarpus santosii

Declining

Overview

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

Conchocarpus santosii faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to local disturbances, including agricultural expansion and urban development pressures. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional risks to the remaining forest fragments where this endemic plant persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments, typically occurring in humid montane forests with rich, well-drained soils. The species is restricted to specific microhabitats within these highly fragmented forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Conchocarpus santosii classified as Critically Endangered?
Conchocarpus santosii 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 santosii faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to local disturbances, including agricultural expansion and urban development pressures. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the region pose additional risks to the remaining forest fragments where this endemic plant persists.
Where does Conchocarpus santosii live?
Conchocarpus santosii 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 santosii?
The main threats to Conchocarpus santosii 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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