VU

Pradosia subverticillata

Unknown

Overview

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

Pradosia subverticillata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Atlantic Forest range in Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further reduce available habitat, while the slow growth rate typical of Sapotaceae trees limits the species' ability to recover from population declines.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. It typically grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 1,000 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pradosia subverticillata classified as Vulnerable?
Pradosia subverticillata 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. Pradosia subverticillata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Atlantic Forest range in Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further reduce available habitat, while the slow growth rate typical of Sapotaceae trees limits the species' ability to recover from population declines.
Where does Pradosia subverticillata live?
Pradosia subverticillata 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 Pradosia subverticillata?
The main threats to Pradosia subverticillata 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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