VU

Eschweilera neei

Unknown

Overview

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

Eschweilera neei faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce available forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss and degradation from logging activities.

Threat summary

Habitat

Eschweilera neei inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically found in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. The species occurs in primary forest canopy and forest edges at elevations below 500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eschweilera neei classified as Vulnerable?
Eschweilera neei 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 neei faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce available forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss and degradation from logging activities.
Where does Eschweilera neei live?
Eschweilera neei 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 neei?
The main threats to Eschweilera neei 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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