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Hirtella leonotis

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Overview

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

Hirtella leonotis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while the slow growth rate typical of Chrysobalanaceae species limits the population's ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

Hirtella leonotis is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. The species typically grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations, often in areas with high biodiversity and complex canopy structure.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hirtella leonotis classified as Endangered?
Hirtella leonotis 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 leonotis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while the slow growth rate typical of Chrysobalanaceae species limits the population's ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Hirtella leonotis live?
Hirtella leonotis 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 leonotis?
The main threats to Hirtella leonotis 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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