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Ocotea serrana

Declining

Overview

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

Ocotea serrana faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes remaining populations highly vulnerable to local extinctions from continued land conversion and infrastructure development.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ocotea serrana is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in montane and submontane rainforest environments. The species typically grows in humid forest understory and edge habitats at elevations between 500-1,200 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

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