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Kielmeyera bifaria

Declining

Overview

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

Kielmeyera bifaria faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while frequent fires associated with land conversion further degrade remaining populations. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat in key areas where this endemic tree occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Kielmeyera bifaria is endemic to the Cerrado savanna ecosystem of central Brazil, where it grows in open grasslands with scattered trees and gallery forests. The species typically occurs in well-drained soils at elevations between 800-1200 meters, often associated with rocky outcrops and seasonal wetlands.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Kielmeyera bifaria classified as Endangered?
Kielmeyera bifaria 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. Kielmeyera bifaria faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in Brazil's Cerrado savanna. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while frequent fires associated with land conversion further degrade remaining populations. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat in key areas where this endemic tree occurs.
Where does Kielmeyera bifaria live?
Kielmeyera bifaria 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 Kielmeyera bifaria?
The main threats to Kielmeyera bifaria 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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