VU

Eschweilera rodriguesiana

Unknown

Overview

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

Eschweilera rodriguesiana faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. 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 canopy where this tree species typically occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Brazilian Amazon, typically occurring in the upper canopy of primary and mature secondary forests. It is found in terra firme forests on well-drained soils, often associated with areas of high tree diversity and complex forest structure.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical swamp· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eschweilera rodriguesiana classified as Vulnerable?
Eschweilera rodriguesiana 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 rodriguesiana faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. 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 canopy where this tree species typically occurs.
Where does Eschweilera rodriguesiana live?
Eschweilera rodriguesiana occurs in Brazil. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Eschweilera rodriguesiana?
The main threats to Eschweilera rodriguesiana 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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