Eschweilera compressa
EN

Eschweilera compressa

Declining

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Imbiriba_compressa

Overview

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

Eschweilera compressa faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat have significantly reduced suitable growing areas, while cattle ranching and crop cultivation continue to convert primary forest into agricultural land.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tree species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically growing in primary forest understory and canopy gaps. It occurs in well-drained terra firme forests at elevations below 500 meters, preferring areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eschweilera compressa classified as Endangered?
Eschweilera compressa 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. Eschweilera compressa faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat have significantly reduced suitable growing areas, while cattle ranching and crop cultivation continue to convert primary forest into agricultural land.
Where does Eschweilera compressa live?
Eschweilera compressa 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 Eschweilera compressa?
The main threats to Eschweilera compressa 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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