VU

Palicourea tectoneura

Unknown

Overview

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

Palicourea tectoneura faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the landscape, creating barriers to gene flow between populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid montane forests and forest edges in the Atlantic Forest biome, typically occurring at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It shows preference for areas with dense canopy cover and rich understory vegetation characteristic of well-preserved forest fragments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Palicourea tectoneura classified as Vulnerable?
Palicourea tectoneura is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Palicourea tectoneura faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment the landscape, creating barriers to gene flow between populations.
Where does Palicourea tectoneura live?
Palicourea tectoneura 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 Palicourea tectoneura?
The main threats to Palicourea tectoneura 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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