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Eschweilera rhododendrifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Eschweilera rhododendrifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, has eliminated significant portions of its lowland rainforest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing forest conversion and degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically occurring in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. It is found in primary forest understory and canopy environments, showing preference for areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eschweilera rhododendrifolia classified as Endangered?
Eschweilera rhododendrifolia is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Eschweilera rhododendrifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, has eliminated significant portions of its lowland rainforest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing forest conversion and degradation.
Where does Eschweilera rhododendrifolia live?
Eschweilera rhododendrifolia 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 rhododendrifolia?
The main threats to Eschweilera rhododendrifolia 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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