VU

Moldenhawera blanchetiana

Declining

Overview

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

Moldenhawera blanchetiana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this leguminous tree species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of eastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. It typically grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations, often in areas with high biodiversity and complex canopy structure.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Moldenhawera blanchetiana classified as Vulnerable?
Moldenhawera blanchetiana 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. Moldenhawera blanchetiana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this leguminous tree species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats.
Where does Moldenhawera blanchetiana live?
Moldenhawera blanchetiana 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 Moldenhawera blanchetiana?
The main threats to Moldenhawera blanchetiana 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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