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Eugenia acrisepala

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Overview

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

Eugenia acrisepala faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' specific ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to degraded environments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits the remaining fragments of Brazil's Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica), typically found in humid lowland and montane forests. It occurs in both primary and well-preserved secondary forest areas, showing preference for areas with dense canopy cover and high humidity levels.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia acrisepala classified as Endangered?
Eugenia acrisepala 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. Eugenia acrisepala faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' specific ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to degraded environments.
Where does Eugenia acrisepala live?
Eugenia acrisepala 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 Eugenia acrisepala?
The main threats to Eugenia acrisepala 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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