VU

Paralychnophora harleyi

Unknown

Overview

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

Paralychnophora harleyi faces severe pressure from habitat conversion as Brazil's Cerrado savanna is rapidly transformed for agricultural expansion, particularly soy cultivation and cattle ranching. Mining activities in the region pose additional threats through direct habitat destruction and soil contamination. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to these anthropogenic pressures, with fragmented populations showing reduced genetic diversity and limited dispersal capacity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits rocky outcrops and campo rupestre vegetation within the Cerrado biome, typically occurring on quartzite and sandstone substrates at elevations between 900-1,400 meters. It shows strong preference for well-drained soils with sparse vegetation cover, often growing in crevices and shallow depressions where organic matter accumulates.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Paralychnophora harleyi classified as Vulnerable?
Paralychnophora harleyi 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. Paralychnophora harleyi faces severe pressure from habitat conversion as Brazil's Cerrado savanna is rapidly transformed for agricultural expansion, particularly soy cultivation and cattle ranching. Mining activities in the region pose additional threats through direct habitat destruction and soil contamination. The species' restricted range and specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to these anthropogenic pressures, with fragmented populations showing reduced genetic diversity and limited dispersal capacity.
Where does Paralychnophora harleyi live?
Paralychnophora harleyi 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 harleyi?
The main threats to Paralychnophora harleyi 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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