Pink-legged Graveteiro
VU

Pink-legged Graveteiro

Acrobatornis fonsecai

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Pink-legged_graveteiro

Overview

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

The Pink-legged Graveteiro faces severe pressure from Atlantic Forest fragmentation, with its specialized insectivorous foraging behavior making it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation. Deforestation for agriculture and urban development has reduced its range to isolated forest patches, while climate change threatens the montane forest ecosystems it depends upon. The species' limited dispersal ability between forest fragments further compounds population isolation and genetic bottlenecks.

Threat summary

Habitat

The Pink-legged Graveteiro inhabits the understory and mid-story of Atlantic Forest remnants, particularly in montane and submontane forests between 500-1,500 meters elevation. It shows a strong preference for dense, humid forest interiors with complex vegetation structure that supports diverse arthropod communities.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pink-legged Graveteiro classified as Vulnerable?
Pink-legged Graveteiro 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. The Pink-legged Graveteiro faces severe pressure from Atlantic Forest fragmentation, with its specialized insectivorous foraging behavior making it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation. Deforestation for agriculture and urban development has reduced its range to isolated forest patches, while climate change threatens the montane forest ecosystems it depends upon. The species' limited dispersal ability between forest fragments further compounds population isolation and genetic bottlenecks.
Where does Pink-legged Graveteiro live?
Pink-legged Graveteiro 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 Pink-legged Graveteiro?
The main threats to Pink-legged Graveteiro 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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