VU

Inga lenticellata

Unknown

Overview

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

Inga lenticellata faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the already restricted habitat, making populations more vulnerable to local extinctions.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inga lenticellata is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. The species typically grows in primary and well-preserved secondary forest areas with rich, moist soils and high canopy cover.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Inga lenticellata classified as Vulnerable?
Inga lenticellata 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. Inga lenticellata faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the already restricted habitat, making populations more vulnerable to local extinctions.
Where does Inga lenticellata live?
Inga lenticellata 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 Inga lenticellata?
The main threats to Inga lenticellata 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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