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Swartzia aureosericea

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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.

Swartzia aureosericea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same forest strata pose an additional threat to the canopy-dwelling populations of this leguminous tree.

Threat summary

Habitat

Swartzia aureosericea inhabits the upper canopy of primary and mature secondary rainforests in the Amazon Basin, typically occurring at elevations below 500 meters. The species shows a preference for well-drained terra firme forests with rich, clay-based soils and high humidity levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Swartzia aureosericea classified as Endangered?
Swartzia aureosericea 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. Swartzia aureosericea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Amazon Basin. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same forest strata pose an additional threat to the canopy-dwelling populations of this leguminous tree.
Where does Swartzia aureosericea live?
Swartzia aureosericea 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 Swartzia aureosericea?
The main threats to Swartzia aureosericea 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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