VU

Mollinedia marquetiana

Unknown

Overview

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

Mollinedia marquetiana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits the understory and mid-canopy of Atlantic Forest remnants, typically in humid montane and submontane forests. It occurs in both primary and well-developed secondary forests, showing preference for areas with dense canopy cover and high humidity levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mollinedia marquetiana classified as Vulnerable?
Mollinedia marquetiana 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. Mollinedia marquetiana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Mollinedia marquetiana live?
Mollinedia marquetiana 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 Mollinedia marquetiana?
The main threats to Mollinedia marquetiana 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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