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Protium breviacuminatum

Declining

Overview

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

Protium breviacuminatum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, has eliminated significant portions of its lowland rainforest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while selective logging targets the mature forest canopy where this tree species thrives.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically occurring in mature forest canopy at elevations below 500 meters. It requires well-drained soils and high humidity conditions characteristic of primary rainforest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Protium breviacuminatum classified as Endangered?
Protium breviacuminatum 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. Protium breviacuminatum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Amazon Basin. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and soy cultivation, has eliminated significant portions of its lowland rainforest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it especially vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while selective logging targets the mature forest canopy where this tree species thrives.
Where does Protium breviacuminatum live?
Protium breviacuminatum 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 Protium breviacuminatum?
The main threats to Protium breviacuminatum 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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