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Ilex peiradena

Unknown

Overview

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

Ilex peiradena faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to fragment the remaining forest patches where this holly species persists. Urban development and infrastructure projects pose additional threats to the few protected areas where viable populations remain.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic holly species inhabits the remaining fragments of Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) in southeastern Brazil, typically found in montane and submontane forest environments at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It grows in the understory and canopy gaps of humid tropical forests, often associated with cloud forest conditions that provide consistent moisture levels.

Other threatened species in AQUIFOLIACEAE

CR

Ilex dimorphophylla

Declining
EN

Ilex condensata

Declining
VU

Ilex pseudoebenacea

Unknown
EN

Ilex subrotundifolia

Stable

Frequently asked questions

Why is Ilex peiradena classified as Endangered?
Ilex peiradena 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. Ilex peiradena faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to fragment the remaining forest patches where this holly species persists. Urban development and infrastructure projects pose additional threats to the few protected areas where viable populations remain.
Where does Ilex peiradena live?
Ilex peiradena 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 Ilex peiradena?
The main threats to Ilex peiradena 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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