VU

Moquilea araneosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Moquilea araneosa faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its range in the Brazilian Cerrado and Atlantic Forest regions. Deforestation for soybean cultivation and pasture development has fragmented its habitat, while selective logging targets the species for its valuable timber. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, particularly affecting remaining forest fragments where the species persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

Moquilea araneosa inhabits tropical dry forests, gallery forests, and Cerrado woodland savannas across central and southeastern Brazil. The species typically occurs in well-drained soils along forest edges and in secondary growth areas at elevations up to 1,200 meters.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Moquilea araneosa classified as Vulnerable?
Moquilea araneosa 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. Moquilea araneosa faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching throughout its range in the Brazilian Cerrado and Atlantic Forest regions. Deforestation for soybean cultivation and pasture development has fragmented its habitat, while selective logging targets the species for its valuable timber. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, particularly affecting remaining forest fragments where the species persists.
Where does Moquilea araneosa live?
Moquilea araneosa 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 Moquilea araneosa?
The main threats to Moquilea araneosa 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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