VU

Eugenia piresiana

Unknown

Overview

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

Eugenia piresiana 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' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while selective logging continues to remove mature specimens from forest remnants.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species occurs in remnant Atlantic Forest fragments, typically in humid lowland and montane forests with well-drained soils. It grows in both primary forest understory and secondary forest edges, showing some tolerance for disturbed habitats.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia piresiana classified as Vulnerable?
Eugenia piresiana 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 piresiana 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' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while selective logging continues to remove mature specimens from forest remnants.
Where does Eugenia piresiana live?
Eugenia piresiana 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 piresiana?
The main threats to Eugenia piresiana 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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