VU

Eschweilera rionegrense

Unknown

Overview

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

Eschweilera rionegrense 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 makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss, while selective logging operations target the mature forest canopies where this tree species typically occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically occurring in mature forest canopies at elevations below 500 meters. It grows in well-drained terra firme forests with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eschweilera rionegrense classified as Vulnerable?
Eschweilera rionegrense 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 rionegrense 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 makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss, while selective logging operations target the mature forest canopies where this tree species typically occurs.
Where does Eschweilera rionegrense live?
Eschweilera rionegrense 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 rionegrense?
The main threats to Eschweilera rionegrense 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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