VU

Myrciaria silveirana

Unknown

Overview

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

Myrciaria silveirana 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. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced suitable habitat, while the species' specialized ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to degraded environments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments, typically occurring in humid montane forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1200 meters. It shows preference for well-drained soils in secondary forest areas and can occasionally be found in forest-adjacent agricultural landscapes with sufficient tree cover.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrciaria silveirana classified as Vulnerable?
Myrciaria silveirana 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. Myrciaria silveirana 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. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced suitable habitat, while the species' specialized ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to degraded environments.
Where does Myrciaria silveirana live?
Myrciaria silveirana 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 silveirana?
The main threats to Myrciaria silveirana 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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