VU

Eremanthus syncephalus

Unknown

Overview

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

Eremanthus syncephalus faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. Mining activities and urban development have fragmented remaining populations, while frequent fires associated with land conversion destroy critical habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with habitat quality declining due to invasive grass species that alter natural fire regimes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian shrub inhabits rocky outcrops and sandy soils within Cerrado savanna ecosystems, typically occurring in areas with well-drained substrates at elevations between 800-1200 meters. It shows preference for transitional zones between grassland and gallery forest, where it forms part of the specialized flora adapted to nutrient-poor soils.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eremanthus syncephalus classified as Vulnerable?
Eremanthus syncephalus 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. Eremanthus syncephalus faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. Mining activities and urban development have fragmented remaining populations, while frequent fires associated with land conversion destroy critical habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with habitat quality declining due to invasive grass species that alter natural fire regimes.
Where does Eremanthus syncephalus live?
Eremanthus syncephalus 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 syncephalus?
The main threats to Eremanthus syncephalus 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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