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Coussarea andrei

Declining

Overview

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

Coussarea andrei faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its restricted range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' limited dispersal ability makes recolonization of cleared areas extremely difficult.

Threat summary

Habitat

Coussarea andrei is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it grows in humid montane forests and forest edges. This shrub species typically occurs in well-preserved forest fragments at elevations between 800-1,200 meters, requiring the specific microclimate conditions found in intact Atlantic Forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Coussarea andrei classified as Endangered?
Coussarea andrei is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Coussarea andrei faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its restricted range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' limited dispersal ability makes recolonization of cleared areas extremely difficult.
Where does Coussarea andrei live?
Coussarea 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 Coussarea andrei?
The main threats to Coussarea 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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