VU

Eriotheca dolichopoda

Declining

Overview

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

Eriotheca dolichopoda faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native Cerrado habitat. Deforestation for soybean cultivation and pasture establishment has reduced suitable habitat across its range in central Brazil. Fire suppression and altered burning regimes also threaten this species, as natural fire cycles are essential for Cerrado ecosystem health and regeneration.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Cerrado savanna ecosystem of central Brazil, where it grows in well-drained soils of gallery forests and woodland savannas. It typically occurs at elevations between 400-1000 meters in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eriotheca dolichopoda classified as Vulnerable?
Eriotheca dolichopoda 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. Eriotheca dolichopoda faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native Cerrado habitat. Deforestation for soybean cultivation and pasture establishment has reduced suitable habitat across its range in central Brazil. Fire suppression and altered burning regimes also threaten this species, as natural fire cycles are essential for Cerrado ecosystem health and regeneration.
Where does Eriotheca dolichopoda live?
Eriotheca dolichopoda 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 Eriotheca dolichopoda?
The main threats to Eriotheca dolichopoda 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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