CR

Paralychnophora atkinsiae

Unknown

Overview

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

Paralychnophora atkinsiae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further fragmented the remaining populations of this endemic Brazilian plant. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian plant species inhabits rocky outcrops and campos rupestres (rocky grasslands) in the Cerrado biome. It typically grows in well-drained, nutrient-poor soils on quartzite and sandstone formations at elevations between 900-1,200 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Paralychnophora atkinsiae classified as Critically Endangered?
Paralychnophora atkinsiae is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Paralychnophora atkinsiae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted range. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further fragmented the remaining populations of this endemic Brazilian plant. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and environmental changes.
Where does Paralychnophora atkinsiae live?
Paralychnophora atkinsiae 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 Paralychnophora atkinsiae?
The main threats to Paralychnophora atkinsiae 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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