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Ocotea revolutifolia

Declining

Overview

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

Ocotea revolutifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes remaining populations highly vulnerable to local extinctions from continued forest clearing and degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits remnant Atlantic Forest fragments in southeastern Brazil, typically growing in humid montane forests at elevations between 800-1,200 meters. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest formations, showing preference for well-drained soils on hillsides and ridge tops.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ocotea revolutifolia classified as Endangered?
Ocotea revolutifolia 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. Ocotea revolutifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes remaining populations highly vulnerable to local extinctions from continued forest clearing and degradation.
Where does Ocotea revolutifolia live?
Ocotea revolutifolia 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 revolutifolia?
The main threats to Ocotea revolutifolia 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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