Brazilian Laniisoma
VU

Brazilian Laniisoma

Laniisoma elegans

Unknown

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Overview

The Brazilian laniisoma is a species of bird in the family Tityridae, the tityras, becards, and allies. It is endemic to Brazil.

The Elegant Mourner faces significant pressure from habitat loss and fragmentation as Atlantic Forest and montane cloud forests are cleared for agriculture, logging, and urban development. Its specialized habitat requirements and small, fragmented populations make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inhabits humid montane forests, cloud forests, and forest edges in the Atlantic Forest region, typically at elevations between 500-2000 meters. Prefers dense canopy areas with rich understory vegetation in both primary and mature secondary forests.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Brazilian Laniisoma classified as Vulnerable?
Brazilian Laniisoma 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. The Elegant Mourner faces significant pressure from habitat loss and fragmentation as Atlantic Forest and montane cloud forests are cleared for agriculture, logging, and urban development. Its specialized habitat requirements and small, fragmented populations make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes and human disturbance.
Where does Brazilian Laniisoma live?
Brazilian Laniisoma 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 Brazilian Laniisoma?
The main threats to Brazilian Laniisoma 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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