VU

Itaubarana

Guarea humaitensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Guarea humaitensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species and agricultural expansion for cattle ranching have significantly reduced the intact forest areas this species requires. The conversion of primary forest to pastureland eliminates the specific microhabitat conditions necessary for this tree's survival and regeneration.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species occurs in lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically in primary forest understory and forest edges. It requires well-drained soils and the humid microclimate conditions found in intact forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Itaubarana classified as Vulnerable?
Itaubarana 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. Guarea humaitensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species and agricultural expansion for cattle ranching have significantly reduced the intact forest areas this species requires. The conversion of primary forest to pastureland eliminates the specific microhabitat conditions necessary for this tree's survival and regeneration.
Where does Itaubarana live?
Itaubarana 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 Itaubarana?
The main threats to Itaubarana 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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