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Endlicheria coriacea

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Overview

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

Endlicheria coriacea faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, continues to reduce the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the already restricted habitat, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits montane Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically occurring in humid cloud forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It grows in well-drained soils within the highly fragmented Atlantic Forest biome, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Endlicheria coriacea classified as Endangered?
Endlicheria coriacea 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. Endlicheria coriacea faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, continues to reduce the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the already restricted habitat, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Endlicheria coriacea live?
Endlicheria coriacea 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 Endlicheria coriacea?
The main threats to Endlicheria coriacea 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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