VU

Lacmellea abbreviata

Declining

Overview

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

Lacmellea abbreviata faces primary threats 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 habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss, while selective logging operations target the mature forest canopy where this tree species typically occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Lacmellea abbreviata inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically occurring in mature forest canopy layers. The species is found in well-drained terra firme forests and occasionally in transitional forest zones at elevations below 500 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lacmellea abbreviata classified as Vulnerable?
Lacmellea abbreviata 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. Lacmellea abbreviata faces primary threats 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 habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss, while selective logging operations target the mature forest canopy where this tree species typically occurs.
Where does Lacmellea abbreviata live?
Lacmellea abbreviata occurs in Colombia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Lacmellea abbreviata?
The main threats to Lacmellea abbreviata 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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