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Luetzelburgia amazonica

Declining

Overview

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

Luetzelburgia amazonica faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazonian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target large canopy trees, disrupting the forest structure essential for its survival. Cattle ranching and soy cultivation continue to fragment remaining habitat patches, while infrastructure development creates additional barriers to population connectivity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically occurring in terra firme forests with well-drained soils. It is commonly found in the forest understory and mid-canopy levels, preferring areas with dense vegetation cover and high humidity.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Luetzelburgia amazonica classified as Endangered?
Luetzelburgia amazonica 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. Luetzelburgia amazonica faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazonian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target large canopy trees, disrupting the forest structure essential for its survival. Cattle ranching and soy cultivation continue to fragment remaining habitat patches, while infrastructure development creates additional barriers to population connectivity.
Where does Luetzelburgia amazonica live?
Luetzelburgia amazonica 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 Luetzelburgia amazonica?
The main threats to Luetzelburgia amazonica 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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