VU

Rosa Branca

Trichilia silvatica

Unknown

Overview

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

Trichilia silvatica 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. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while selective logging targets mature trees that provide essential breeding and foraging sites.

Threat summary

Habitat

Rosa Branca inhabits the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, typically found in humid lowland and montane forests. The species prefers well-drained soils in primary and secondary forest formations, often occurring along forest edges and in gallery forests.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Rosa Branca classified as Vulnerable?
Rosa Branca 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. Trichilia silvatica 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. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while selective logging targets mature trees that provide essential breeding and foraging sites.
Where does Rosa Branca live?
Rosa Branca 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 Rosa Branca?
The main threats to Rosa Branca 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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