VU

Macrocnemum cinchonoides

Unknown

Overview

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

Macrocnemum cinchonoides faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Amazonian range, particularly from cattle ranching, agricultural expansion, and logging operations. The species' dependence on intact forest understory makes it especially vulnerable to edge effects and canopy opening. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid microhabitats this species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the understory of primary and mature secondary rainforests in the Amazon Basin, typically found in areas with high humidity and dense canopy cover. It occurs in both terra firme and várzea forest types, showing preference for areas with rich organic soil layers and minimal human disturbance.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Macrocnemum cinchonoides classified as Vulnerable?
Macrocnemum cinchonoides 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. Macrocnemum cinchonoides faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Amazonian range, particularly from cattle ranching, agricultural expansion, and logging operations. The species' dependence on intact forest understory makes it especially vulnerable to edge effects and canopy opening. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid microhabitats this species requires for survival.
Where does Macrocnemum cinchonoides live?
Macrocnemum cinchonoides 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 Macrocnemum cinchonoides?
The main threats to Macrocnemum cinchonoides 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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