VU

Gustavia flagellata

Unknown

Overview

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

Gustavia flagellata faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce available lowland rainforest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specific ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss and degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

Gustavia flagellata inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically found in primary forest understory and forest edges. The species occurs in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall, often associated with riverine and floodplain forests.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gustavia flagellata classified as Vulnerable?
Gustavia flagellata 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. Gustavia flagellata faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce available lowland rainforest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specific ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss and degradation.
Where does Gustavia flagellata live?
Gustavia flagellata occurs in Venezuela. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Gustavia flagellata?
The main threats to Gustavia flagellata 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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