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Pterodon apparicioi

Declining

Overview

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

Pterodon apparicioi faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native Cerrado savanna habitat. Mining operations and infrastructure development further reduce available habitat, while the species' limited geographic range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Fire regime alterations and invasive grass species establishment compound habitat degradation pressures.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Cerrado savanna ecosystems of central Brazil, typically occurring in well-drained sandy soils and open woodland areas. It thrives in the transition zones between gallery forests and open grasslands where it can access both sunlight and periodic moisture.

Savanna· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pterodon apparicioi classified as Endangered?
Pterodon apparicioi 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. Pterodon apparicioi faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native Cerrado savanna habitat. Mining operations and infrastructure development further reduce available habitat, while the species' limited geographic range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Fire regime alterations and invasive grass species establishment compound habitat degradation pressures.
Where does Pterodon apparicioi live?
Pterodon apparicioi 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 Pterodon apparicioi?
The main threats to Pterodon apparicioi 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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