VU

Miconia dapsiliflora

Unknown

Overview

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

Miconia dapsiliflora faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' specialized ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to degraded environments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits the understory and edges of Atlantic Forest remnants in southeastern Brazil, typically occurring in humid montane forests between 800-1,500 meters elevation. The species shows preference for well-drained soils along forest margins and secondary growth areas within the highly threatened Atlantic Forest biome.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia dapsiliflora classified as Vulnerable?
Miconia dapsiliflora 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. Miconia dapsiliflora faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' specialized ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to degraded environments.
Where does Miconia dapsiliflora live?
Miconia dapsiliflora 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 Miconia dapsiliflora?
The main threats to Miconia dapsiliflora 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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