VU

Eugenia rufofulva

Unknown

Overview

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

Eugenia rufofulva faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as Atlantic Forest fragments are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while its specialized habitat requirements limit its ability to colonize degraded areas. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid forest conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits humid Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) remnants, typically found in understory and mid-canopy layers of primary and well-preserved secondary forests. It shows preference for areas with consistent moisture levels and dense canopy cover that characterize the region's biodiversity hotspot.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia rufofulva classified as Vulnerable?
Eugenia rufofulva 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 rufofulva faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as Atlantic Forest fragments are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while its specialized habitat requirements limit its ability to colonize degraded areas. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid forest conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Eugenia rufofulva live?
Eugenia rufofulva 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 rufofulva?
The main threats to Eugenia rufofulva 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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