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Psychotria gardneri

Unknown

Overview

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

Psychotria gardneri faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic coffee family species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' apparent narrow ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits understory areas of Atlantic Forest remnants, typically occurring in humid, shaded environments within primary and well-preserved secondary forest formations. It appears to require specific microhabitat conditions found in the forest interior, making it sensitive to edge effects and habitat degradation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria gardneri classified as Endangered?
Psychotria gardneri 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. Psychotria gardneri faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic coffee family species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further compound habitat loss, while the species' apparent narrow ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes.
Where does Psychotria gardneri live?
Psychotria gardneri 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 Psychotria gardneri?
The main threats to Psychotria gardneri 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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