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Myrciaria pallida

Declining

Overview

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

Myrciaria pallida faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Logging activities and conversion of native forest to cattle pasture have eliminated much of its original habitat, while climate change may further stress remaining populations through altered precipitation patterns.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments, typically growing in humid lowland and montane forests with rich, well-drained soils. It occurs in both primary forest understory and secondary forest regeneration areas, showing some tolerance for disturbed habitats.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrciaria pallida classified as Endangered?
Myrciaria pallida is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Myrciaria pallida faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development throughout its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Logging activities and conversion of native forest to cattle pasture have eliminated much of its original habitat, while climate change may further stress remaining populations through altered precipitation patterns.
Where does Myrciaria pallida live?
Myrciaria pallida 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 Myrciaria pallida?
The main threats to Myrciaria pallida 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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