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Pouteria butyrocarpa

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Overview

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

Pouteria butyrocarpa faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of 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 suitable habitat, while the tree's valuable timber has led to selective logging pressure in accessible areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian tree species inhabits the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) biome, typically found in lowland and montane rainforests. It grows in both primary and secondary forest formations, preferring well-drained soils in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

Forest· majorMarine coastal/supratidal· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pouteria butyrocarpa classified as Endangered?
Pouteria butyrocarpa 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. Pouteria butyrocarpa faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of 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 suitable habitat, while the tree's valuable timber has led to selective logging pressure in accessible areas.
Where does Pouteria butyrocarpa live?
Pouteria butyrocarpa 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 Pouteria butyrocarpa?
The main threats to Pouteria butyrocarpa 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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