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Leucochloron minarum

Declining

Overview

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

Leucochloron minarum faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have significantly reduced the species' already limited range, while urban development continues to encroach on remaining forest patches. The species' apparent dependence on specific forest microhabitats makes it particularly vulnerable to even small-scale habitat modifications.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid Atlantic Forest environments in southeastern Brazil, typically found in well-preserved forest areas with dense canopy cover. It appears to require specific microhabitat conditions within these forests, making it sensitive to habitat disturbance.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Leucochloron minarum classified as Endangered?
Leucochloron minarum 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. Leucochloron minarum faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have significantly reduced the species' already limited range, while urban development continues to encroach on remaining forest patches. The species' apparent dependence on specific forest microhabitats makes it particularly vulnerable to even small-scale habitat modifications.
Where does Leucochloron minarum live?
Leucochloron minarum 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 Leucochloron minarum?
The main threats to Leucochloron minarum 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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