VU

Ocotea beyrichii

Declining

Overview

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

Ocotea beyrichii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment remaining populations, while selective logging targets mature trees of this valuable timber species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in both primary and secondary montane forests at elevations between 500-1,200 meters. It typically grows in well-drained soils on hillsides and ridges within the highly threatened Atlantic Forest biome.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ocotea beyrichii classified as Vulnerable?
Ocotea beyrichii 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. Ocotea beyrichii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Atlantic Forest range in southeastern Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment remaining populations, while selective logging targets mature trees of this valuable timber species.
Where does Ocotea beyrichii live?
Ocotea beyrichii occurs in Peru. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Ocotea beyrichii?
The main threats to Ocotea beyrichii 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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