VU

Maratecoara splendida

Unknown

Overview

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

Maratecoara splendida faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region, where deforestation and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its specialized microhabitats. The species' limited distribution and apparent dependence on specific forest conditions make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing land-use changes and climate-driven shifts in precipitation patterns.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits humid forest environments in Brazil's Atlantic Forest biome, likely requiring specific microhabitat conditions related to moisture and vegetation structure. It appears to be restricted to a relatively small geographic range within this highly threatened ecosystem.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Maratecoara splendida classified as Vulnerable?
Maratecoara splendida 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. Maratecoara splendida faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region, where deforestation and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its specialized microhabitats. The species' limited distribution and apparent dependence on specific forest conditions make it particularly vulnerable to ongoing land-use changes and climate-driven shifts in precipitation patterns.
Where does Maratecoara splendida live?
Maratecoara splendida occurs in Brazil. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Maratecoara splendida?
The main threats to Maratecoara splendida 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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