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Hirtella glaziovii

Declining

Overview

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

Hirtella glaziovii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Urban expansion, agricultural conversion, and infrastructure development continue to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to these anthropogenic pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian tree species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments, typically occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. It grows in well-drained soils within the understory and canopy layers of these highly biodiverse but severely fragmented ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hirtella glaziovii classified as Endangered?
Hirtella glaziovii 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. Hirtella glaziovii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Urban expansion, agricultural conversion, and infrastructure development continue to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to these anthropogenic pressures.
Where does Hirtella glaziovii live?
Hirtella glaziovii 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 glaziovii?
The main threats to Hirtella glaziovii 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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