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Neoraputia calliantha

Declining

Overview

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

Neoraputia calliantha faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further reduce available habitat, while the species' apparent ecological specialization limits its ability to adapt to degraded environments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it occurs in humid montane forests and forest edges. It typically inhabits areas with well-developed canopy cover and appears to prefer elevations between 500-1200 meters in the coastal mountain ranges.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Neoraputia calliantha classified as Endangered?
Neoraputia calliantha 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. Neoraputia calliantha faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Brazilian Atlantic Forest. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further reduce available habitat, while the species' apparent ecological specialization limits its ability to adapt to degraded environments.
Where does Neoraputia calliantha live?
Neoraputia calliantha 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 Neoraputia calliantha?
The main threats to Neoraputia calliantha 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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