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Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis

Declining

Overview

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

Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis faces severe pressure from Atlantic Forest fragmentation in Espírito Santo state, Brazil. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to localized habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in remaining forest fragments pose additional threats to this endemic tree's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species occurs exclusively in Atlantic Forest remnants of Espírito Santo state in southeastern Brazil. It inhabits lowland and submontane rainforest environments, typically found in well-preserved forest fragments with high canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis classified as Endangered?
Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis 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. Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis faces severe pressure from Atlantic Forest fragmentation in Espírito Santo state, Brazil. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to localized habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in remaining forest fragments pose additional threats to this endemic tree's survival.
Where does Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis live?
Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis 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 Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis?
The main threats to Rhodostemonodaphne capixabensis 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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