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Eschweilera complanata

Declining

Overview

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

Eschweilera complanata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazon basin range. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact lowland rainforest ecosystems. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same habitat zones pose additional threats to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon basin, typically occurring in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. It is found in both primary and mature secondary forests at elevations below 500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eschweilera complanata classified as Endangered?
Eschweilera complanata 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. Eschweilera complanata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazon basin range. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact lowland rainforest ecosystems. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same habitat zones pose additional threats to remaining populations.
Where does Eschweilera complanata live?
Eschweilera complanata 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 Eschweilera complanata?
The main threats to Eschweilera complanata 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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