VU

Hirtella recurva

Unknown

Overview

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

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

Threat summary

Habitat

Hirtella recurva is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it occurs in humid lowland and montane forests. The species typically grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations, often along forest edges and in partially disturbed areas.

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EN

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CR

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Frequently asked questions

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