VU

Eschweilera mattos-silvae

Declining

Overview

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

Eschweilera mattos-silvae faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of Brazil, occurring in lowland and montane rainforest environments. It typically grows in primary and well-preserved secondary forest areas with high humidity and rich, well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eschweilera mattos-silvae classified as Vulnerable?
Eschweilera mattos-silvae 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. Eschweilera mattos-silvae faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Eschweilera mattos-silvae live?
Eschweilera mattos-silvae 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 Eschweilera mattos-silvae?
The main threats to Eschweilera mattos-silvae 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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