VU

Licania glauca

Unknown

Overview

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

Licania glauca faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Amazon Basin. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat. Habitat fragmentation from cattle ranching and soybean cultivation has reduced population connectivity, while climate change threatens to alter the precipitation patterns essential for this moisture-dependent tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Licania glauca inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically occurring in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. The species is found in primary forest understory and canopy gaps, preferring areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Licania glauca classified as Vulnerable?
Licania glauca 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. Licania glauca faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Amazon Basin. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat. Habitat fragmentation from cattle ranching and soybean cultivation has reduced population connectivity, while climate change threatens to alter the precipitation patterns essential for this moisture-dependent tree species.
Where does Licania glauca live?
Licania glauca 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 Licania glauca?
The main threats to Licania glauca 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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