CR

Miconia castrensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Miconia castrensis faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion in its restricted range within Brazil's Atlantic Forest. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its extremely limited distribution and small population size, making it susceptible to local extinctions from even minor habitat disturbances. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

Miconia castrensis is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it inhabits humid montane forests and forest edges. The species occurs in areas with well-drained soils and partial canopy cover, typically at elevations between 500-1200 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia castrensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Miconia castrensis is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Miconia castrensis faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion in its restricted range within Brazil's Atlantic Forest. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its extremely limited distribution and small population size, making it susceptible to local extinctions from even minor habitat disturbances. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic shrub persists.
Where does Miconia castrensis live?
Miconia castrensis occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Miconia castrensis?
The main threats to Miconia castrensis 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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