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Hirtella juruenensis

Declining

Overview

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

Hirtella juruenensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Juruena River basin pose additional threats to the remaining populations of this endemic tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian tree species inhabits lowland rainforest areas within the Amazon Basin, specifically in the Juruena River watershed region. It occurs in primary forest environments with well-drained soils and is associated with the diverse canopy communities characteristic of Amazonian terra firme forests.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hirtella juruenensis classified as Endangered?
Hirtella juruenensis 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 juruenensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development in the Juruena River basin pose additional threats to the remaining populations of this endemic tree species.
Where does Hirtella juruenensis live?
Hirtella juruenensis 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 juruenensis?
The main threats to Hirtella juruenensis 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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