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Simira eliezeriana

Declining

Overview

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

Simira eliezeriana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging targets the mature forest canopy where this tree species typically establishes. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering precipitation patterns essential for the species' reproductive cycles.

Threat summary

Habitat

Simira eliezeriana occurs in primary and secondary Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) in southeastern Brazil, typically found in humid montane forests at elevations between 800-1,200 meters. The species requires well-drained soils and partial canopy cover, often establishing in forest gaps and edges where light penetration supports its growth requirements.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Simira eliezeriana classified as Endangered?
Simira eliezeriana 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. Simira eliezeriana faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging targets the mature forest canopy where this tree species typically establishes. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering precipitation patterns essential for the species' reproductive cycles.
Where does Simira eliezeriana live?
Simira eliezeriana 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 Simira eliezeriana?
The main threats to Simira eliezeriana 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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