VU

Myrceugenia rufescens

Unknown

Overview

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

Myrceugenia rufescens faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its native Chilean range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its temperate forest ecosystem. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering precipitation patterns essential for this moisture-dependent species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Chilean species inhabits temperate rainforests and humid woodlands in the central-south regions of Chile. It typically grows in understory and forest edge environments with high moisture levels and well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrceugenia rufescens classified as Vulnerable?
Myrceugenia rufescens 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. Myrceugenia rufescens faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its native Chilean range. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its temperate forest ecosystem. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering precipitation patterns essential for this moisture-dependent species.
Where does Myrceugenia rufescens live?
Myrceugenia rufescens 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 Myrceugenia rufescens?
The main threats to Myrceugenia rufescens 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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