VU

Miconia gonioclada

Unknown

Overview

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

Miconia gonioclada faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest region. 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' apparent ecological specialization limits its ability to adapt to degraded environments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it inhabits humid montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It typically occurs in secondary growth areas and forest fragments within a highly fragmented landscape.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia gonioclada classified as Vulnerable?
Miconia gonioclada 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 gonioclada faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest region. 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' apparent ecological specialization limits its ability to adapt to degraded environments.
Where does Miconia gonioclada live?
Miconia gonioclada 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 gonioclada?
The main threats to Miconia gonioclada 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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