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Eschweilera cabrerana

Declining

Overview

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

Eschweilera cabrerana faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soybean cultivation, continues to reduce available forest habitat. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species also degrade the forest structure this species depends upon for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically found in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. It occurs in both primary and mature secondary forests, preferring areas with dense canopy cover and high humidity levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eschweilera cabrerana classified as Endangered?
Eschweilera cabrerana 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. Eschweilera cabrerana faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soybean cultivation, continues to reduce available forest habitat. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species also degrade the forest structure this species depends upon for survival.
Where does Eschweilera cabrerana live?
Eschweilera cabrerana occurs in Colombia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Eschweilera cabrerana?
The main threats to Eschweilera cabrerana 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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