CR

Myrcia pozasiana

Unknown

Overview

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

Myrcia pozasiana faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its extremely limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion continue to reduce the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from small-scale habitat disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in remnant forest fragments at elevations between 800-1200 meters. It inhabits humid montane forests characterized by dense canopy cover and high biodiversity typical of this critically threatened biome.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrcia pozasiana classified as Critically Endangered?
Myrcia pozasiana is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Myrcia pozasiana faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within its extremely limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion continue to reduce the remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from small-scale habitat disturbances.
Where does Myrcia pozasiana live?
Myrcia pozasiana occurs in Cuba. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Myrcia pozasiana?
The main threats to Myrcia pozasiana are 5.3, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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