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Miconia oligantha

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Overview

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

Miconia oligantha 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 and degraded. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced suitable habitat, while the species' apparent ecological specialization limits its ability to adapt to modified 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 appears to prefer well-drained soils on slopes and ridges within primary and secondary forest formations.

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VU

Brachyotum angustifolium

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CR

Blakea steyermarkii

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Gravesia pulchra

Declining
VU

Blakea calycularis

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia oligantha classified as Endangered?
Miconia oligantha 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. Miconia oligantha 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 and degraded. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced suitable habitat, while the species' apparent ecological specialization limits its ability to adapt to modified environments.
Where does Miconia oligantha live?
Miconia oligantha 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 oligantha?
The main threats to Miconia oligantha 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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