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Maytenus pertinax

Declining

Overview

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

Maytenus pertinax faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Brazilian Cerrado. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while frequent fires associated with agricultural practices further degrade remaining populations. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits remnant patches of Cerrado savanna and gallery forests, typically growing in well-drained soils along forest edges and in transitional zones between grassland and woodland. It shows preference for areas with partial shade and seasonal moisture availability.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Maytenus pertinax classified as Endangered?
Maytenus pertinax 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. Maytenus pertinax faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Brazilian Cerrado. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while frequent fires associated with agricultural practices further degrade remaining populations. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat patches.
Where does Maytenus pertinax live?
Maytenus pertinax 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 Maytenus pertinax?
The main threats to Maytenus pertinax 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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