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Pouteria bullata

Declining

Overview

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

Pouteria bullata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restriction to specific soil types and elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while the tree's slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from population losses.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits montane Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically occurring on well-drained soils at elevations between 800-1,400 meters. It grows in both primary and secondary forest formations, often associated with rocky outcrops and steep terrain that characterize the region's mountainous landscape.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pouteria bullata classified as Endangered?
Pouteria bullata 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. Pouteria bullata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restriction to specific soil types and elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while the tree's slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from population losses.
Where does Pouteria bullata live?
Pouteria bullata occurs in Mauritius. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Pouteria bullata?
The main threats to Pouteria bullata 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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