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Gustavia parviflora

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Overview

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

Gustavia parviflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat continue to reduce available breeding and foraging areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

Gustavia parviflora inhabits primary and secondary lowland rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically found in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall. The species occurs in both terra firme forests and occasionally in seasonally flooded areas, preferring well-drained soils with rich organic matter.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Gustavia parviflora classified as Endangered?
Gustavia parviflora 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. Gustavia parviflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat continue to reduce available breeding and foraging areas.
Where does Gustavia parviflora live?
Gustavia parviflora 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 parviflora?
The main threats to Gustavia parviflora 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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