CR

Ocotea cantareirae

Declining

Overview

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

Ocotea cantareirae faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has eliminated much of its native forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce remaining forest patches, while selective logging targets mature trees of this valuable timber species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian tree species inhabits the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) biome, occurring in humid montane and submontane forests at elevations between 400-1,200 meters. It grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations, particularly in areas with high rainfall and consistent humidity.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ocotea cantareirae classified as Critically Endangered?
Ocotea cantareirae 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. Ocotea cantareirae faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has eliminated much of its native forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce remaining forest patches, while selective logging targets mature trees of this valuable timber species.
Where does Ocotea cantareirae live?
Ocotea cantareirae 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 Ocotea cantareirae?
The main threats to Ocotea cantareirae 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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