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Mimosa sobralii

Declining

Overview

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

Mimosa sobralii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects further reduce available habitat, while the species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change may alter precipitation patterns critical for this moisture-dependent legume's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Mimosa sobralii inhabits tropical dry forests and woodland savannas in Brazil, typically growing in well-drained soils with seasonal rainfall patterns. The species is adapted to the Cerrado biome's distinctive climate of wet summers and dry winters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mimosa sobralii classified as Endangered?
Mimosa sobralii 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. Mimosa sobralii faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects further reduce available habitat, while the species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change may alter precipitation patterns critical for this moisture-dependent legume's survival.
Where does Mimosa sobralii live?
Mimosa sobralii 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 Mimosa sobralii?
The main threats to Mimosa sobralii 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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