CR

Micropholis caudata

Unknown

Overview

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

Micropholis caudata faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it extremely vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations isolated in small forest fragments that are insufficient to maintain viable breeding populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Micropholis caudata is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it occurs in primary and secondary tropical rainforest. The species typically grows in humid lowland and montane forests with rich, well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Micropholis caudata classified as Critically Endangered?
Micropholis caudata 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. Micropholis caudata faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it extremely vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations isolated in small forest fragments that are insufficient to maintain viable breeding populations.
Where does Micropholis caudata live?
Micropholis caudata 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 Micropholis caudata?
The main threats to Micropholis caudata 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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