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Leandra dentata

Declining

Overview

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

Leandra dentata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated and degraded. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed forest edges.

Threat summary

Habitat

Leandra dentata is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it grows in humid montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. The species typically occurs in secondary forest regeneration areas and along forest margins where it benefits from partial shade and consistent moisture.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Leandra dentata classified as Endangered?
Leandra dentata 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. Leandra dentata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated and degraded. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed forest edges.
Where does Leandra dentata live?
Leandra dentata 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 Leandra dentata?
The main threats to Leandra dentata 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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