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Couepia insignis

Declining

Overview

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

Couepia insignis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while the slow growth rate typical of Chrysobalanaceae species limits the population's ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

Couepia insignis is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in primary and secondary tropical rainforest at elevations between 200-800 meters. The species typically grows in well-drained soils on hillsides and forest edges within this highly threatened biodiversity hotspot.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Couepia insignis classified as Endangered?
Couepia insignis 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. Couepia insignis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of southeastern Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development have further reduced available habitat, while the slow growth rate typical of Chrysobalanaceae species limits the population's ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Couepia insignis live?
Couepia insignis 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 Couepia insignis?
The main threats to Couepia insignis 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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