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Lecythis serrata

Declining

Overview

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

Lecythis serrata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Amazon basin range, with logging operations targeting both the species itself for its valuable timber and clearing surrounding forest for agriculture. The species' slow growth rate and specific pollination requirements make population recovery extremely difficult once local populations are eliminated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment remaining habitat patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

Lecythis serrata inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon basin, typically growing in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. The species occurs in both primary and mature secondary forests, often forming part of the forest canopy at elevations up to 500 meters.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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EN

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lecythis serrata classified as Endangered?
Lecythis serrata 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. Lecythis serrata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Amazon basin range, with logging operations targeting both the species itself for its valuable timber and clearing surrounding forest for agriculture. The species' slow growth rate and specific pollination requirements make population recovery extremely difficult once local populations are eliminated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further fragment remaining habitat patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Lecythis serrata live?
Lecythis serrata 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 Lecythis serrata?
The main threats to Lecythis serrata 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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