CR

Hirtella conduplicata

Declining

Overview

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

Hirtella conduplicata faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from agricultural expansion and urban development. Mining activities and infrastructure development further compound the pressure on remaining forest fragments where this rare tree persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. It typically grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 1,000 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hirtella conduplicata classified as Critically Endangered?
Hirtella conduplicata is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Hirtella conduplicata faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from agricultural expansion and urban development. Mining activities and infrastructure development further compound the pressure on remaining forest fragments where this rare tree persists.
Where does Hirtella conduplicata live?
Hirtella conduplicata occurs in Brazil. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Hirtella conduplicata?
The main threats to Hirtella conduplicata 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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