VU

Siphoneugena kuhlmannii

Declining

Overview

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

Siphoneugena kuhlmannii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Brazilian species inhabits montane Atlantic Forest remnants, typically found in humid cloud forests and forest edges at elevations between 800-1,500 meters. It occurs in both primary and well-preserved secondary forest areas with dense canopy cover and high moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Siphoneugena kuhlmannii classified as Vulnerable?
Siphoneugena kuhlmannii 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. Siphoneugena kuhlmannii faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest, one of the world's most threatened biodiversity hotspots. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Siphoneugena kuhlmannii live?
Siphoneugena kuhlmannii 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 Siphoneugena kuhlmannii?
The main threats to Siphoneugena kuhlmannii 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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