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Coussarea bocainae

Declining

Overview

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

Coussarea bocainae 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. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the species' already limited habitat, while selective logging degrades forest quality even in protected areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits the understory of Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically found in humid montane and submontane 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 Coussarea bocainae classified as Endangered?
Coussarea bocainae 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 bocainae 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. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the species' already limited habitat, while selective logging degrades forest quality even in protected areas.
Where does Coussarea bocainae live?
Coussarea bocainae 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 bocainae?
The main threats to Coussarea bocainae 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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