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Eugenia rotundicosta

Declining

Overview

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

Eugenia rotundicosta faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging targets the mature forest canopy where this endemic tree species thrives. Urban development and cattle ranching continue to reduce the remaining forest patches that support viable populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species occurs in the remaining fragments of Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) in southeastern Brazil, typically found in mature lowland and montane rainforest ecosystems. It grows as part of the forest canopy in areas with high humidity and rich, well-drained soils characteristic of this highly threatened biodiversity hotspot.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia rotundicosta classified as Endangered?
Eugenia rotundicosta 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 rotundicosta faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging targets the mature forest canopy where this endemic tree species thrives. Urban development and cattle ranching continue to reduce the remaining forest patches that support viable populations.
Where does Eugenia rotundicosta live?
Eugenia rotundicosta 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 rotundicosta?
The main threats to Eugenia rotundicosta 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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