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Plinia hatschbachii

Declining

Overview

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

Plinia hatschbachii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its restricted range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while urban development continues to encroach on remaining forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific microclimatic conditions this endemic species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Plinia hatschbachii is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, where it inhabits humid montane forests and forest edges. The species occurs in areas with well-drained soils and specific elevation ranges that provide the cool, moist conditions typical of this highly threatened biome.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Plinia hatschbachii classified as Endangered?
Plinia hatschbachii 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. Plinia hatschbachii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion within its restricted range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while urban development continues to encroach on remaining forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the specific microclimatic conditions this endemic species requires for survival.
Where does Plinia hatschbachii live?
Plinia hatschbachii 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 Plinia hatschbachii?
The main threats to Plinia hatschbachii 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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