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Pera membranacea

Declining

Overview

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

Pera membranacea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining forest patches, while climate change is altering precipitation patterns critical for this moisture-dependent species. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.

Threat summary

Habitat

Pera membranacea inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically found in well-drained terra firme forests with high canopy cover. The species requires intact forest ecosystems with consistent moisture levels and minimal disturbance.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pera membranacea classified as Endangered?
Pera membranacea 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. Pera membranacea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Mining activities and infrastructure development have fragmented remaining forest patches, while climate change is altering precipitation patterns critical for this moisture-dependent species. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction.
Where does Pera membranacea live?
Pera membranacea 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 Pera membranacea?
The main threats to Pera membranacea 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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