VU

Mouriri pranceana

Declining

Overview

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

Mouriri pranceana faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to the specialized lowland forest ecosystems this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Mouriri pranceana inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically found in terra firme forests on well-drained soils. The species occurs in primary forest understory and forest edges, showing preference for areas with high humidity and stable canopy cover.

Savanna· major

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mouriri pranceana classified as Vulnerable?
Mouriri pranceana 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. Mouriri pranceana faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Amazon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to the specialized lowland forest ecosystems this species requires.
Where does Mouriri pranceana live?
Mouriri pranceana 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 Mouriri pranceana?
The main threats to Mouriri pranceana 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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