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Heteropterys sincorensis

Declining

Overview

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

Heteropterys sincorensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction in Brazil's Chapada Diamantina region, where mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented its specialized campo rupestre environment. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to alter the unique microclimatic conditions of its high-altitude rocky outcrops.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits the campo rupestre vegetation of the Chapada Diamantina mountains in Bahia, Brazil, growing on rocky outcrops and sandy soils at elevations between 900-1,200 meters. It thrives in the unique quartzitic landscapes characterized by sparse vegetation adapted to nutrient-poor soils and seasonal water availability.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Heteropterys sincorensis classified as Endangered?
Heteropterys sincorensis 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. Heteropterys sincorensis faces severe pressure from habitat destruction in Brazil's Chapada Diamantina region, where mining activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented its specialized campo rupestre environment. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while climate change threatens to alter the unique microclimatic conditions of its high-altitude rocky outcrops.
Where does Heteropterys sincorensis live?
Heteropterys sincorensis 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 Heteropterys sincorensis?
The main threats to Heteropterys sincorensis 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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