CR

Eremanthus arboreus

Unknown

Overview

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

Eremanthus arboreus faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. Mining activities and urban development have further fragmented its remaining populations, while frequent fires associated with land clearing have eliminated critical regeneration sites. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to these ongoing pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Cerrado savanna of central Brazil, specifically occurring in rocky outcrops and well-drained soils of the campo rupestre vegetation. It typically grows in areas with quartzite or sandstone substrates at elevations between 900-1,200 meters.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eremanthus arboreus classified as Critically Endangered?
Eremanthus arboreus 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. Eremanthus arboreus faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. Mining activities and urban development have further fragmented its remaining populations, while frequent fires associated with land clearing have eliminated critical regeneration sites. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to these ongoing pressures.
Where does Eremanthus arboreus live?
Eremanthus arboreus 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 Eremanthus arboreus?
The main threats to Eremanthus arboreus 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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