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Ormosia limae

Declining

Overview

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

Ormosia limae faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soybean 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

Ormosia limae is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it grows in humid lowland and montane forests. The species typically occurs in primary and secondary forest formations at elevations between 200-800 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ormosia limae classified as Endangered?
Ormosia limae 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. Ormosia limae faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soybean 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 Ormosia limae live?
Ormosia limae 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 Ormosia limae?
The main threats to Ormosia limae 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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