VU

Eugenia percrenata

Unknown

Overview

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

Eugenia percrenata faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution leaves little room for population recovery.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments, typically found in humid montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1,200 meters. It grows in well-drained soils within the understory and canopy gaps of these highly threatened forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia percrenata classified as Vulnerable?
Eugenia percrenata 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. Eugenia percrenata faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution leaves little room for population recovery.
Where does Eugenia percrenata live?
Eugenia percrenata 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 percrenata?
The main threats to Eugenia percrenata 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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