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Eschweilera tetrapetala

Declining

Overview

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

Eschweilera tetrapetala faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in its forest habitat pose an additional threat to the remaining stands where this endemic tree occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Eschweilera tetrapetala inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically occurring in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. The species is found in the understory and canopy layers of primary and mature secondary forests, often associated with high biodiversity areas of the Brazilian Amazon.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eschweilera tetrapetala classified as Endangered?
Eschweilera tetrapetala 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 tetrapetala faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in its forest habitat pose an additional threat to the remaining stands where this endemic tree occurs.
Where does Eschweilera tetrapetala live?
Eschweilera tetrapetala 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 tetrapetala?
The main threats to Eschweilera tetrapetala 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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