VU

Jupunba abbottii

Unknown

Overview

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

Jupunba abbottii faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce available forest cover. The species' specialized arboreal lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to canopy loss and forest edge effects that alter microclimate conditions essential for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This arboreal marsupial inhabits primary and secondary rainforests of the Amazon Basin, showing preference for dense canopy areas with continuous tree cover. It occupies both terra firme and várzea forest types, typically remaining in the upper and middle canopy layers where it forages and nests.

Forest· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Jupunba abbottii classified as Vulnerable?
Jupunba abbottii 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. Jupunba abbottii faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, continues to reduce available forest cover. The species' specialized arboreal lifestyle makes it particularly vulnerable to canopy loss and forest edge effects that alter microclimate conditions essential for survival.
Where does Jupunba abbottii live?
Jupunba abbottii occurs in Dominican Republic. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Jupunba abbottii?
The main threats to Jupunba abbottii 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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