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Sloanea hatschbachii

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Overview

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

Sloanea hatschbachii 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 soybean 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 tree species inhabits the remaining fragments of Brazil's Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica), typically found in humid lowland and montane rainforests. It grows in well-drained soils within primary and secondary forest formations, often in areas with high canopy cover and consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Sloanea hatschbachii classified as Endangered?
Sloanea hatschbachii 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. Sloanea hatschbachii 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 soybean 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 Sloanea hatschbachii live?
Sloanea hatschbachii 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 Sloanea hatschbachii?
The main threats to Sloanea hatschbachii 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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