VU

Hirtella angustifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Hirtella angustifolia faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Amazon Basin. The species' narrow habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on specific microhabitat conditions within primary rainforest. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the precipitation patterns essential for this moisture-dependent species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Hirtella angustifolia inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically occurring in primary forest understory with high humidity levels. The species shows preference for well-drained soils along riverbanks and forest edges where light penetration allows for optimal growth conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hirtella angustifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Hirtella angustifolia 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. Hirtella angustifolia faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Amazon Basin. The species' narrow habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on specific microhabitat conditions within primary rainforest. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the precipitation patterns essential for this moisture-dependent species.
Where does Hirtella angustifolia live?
Hirtella angustifolia 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 Hirtella angustifolia?
The main threats to Hirtella angustifolia 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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