VU

Swartzia mucronifera

Declining

Overview

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

Swartzia mucronifera faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Amazon Basin. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat. Fragmentation of remaining forest patches further threatens population connectivity and long-term viability of this endemic legume tree.

Threat summary

Habitat

Swartzia mucronifera inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically occurring in well-drained terra firme forests at elevations below 500 meters. The species shows preference for mature forest understory and secondary growth areas with rich, humid soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Swartzia mucronifera classified as Vulnerable?
Swartzia mucronifera 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. Swartzia mucronifera faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its range in the Amazon Basin. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging operations that target valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat. Fragmentation of remaining forest patches further threatens population connectivity and long-term viability of this endemic legume tree.
Where does Swartzia mucronifera live?
Swartzia mucronifera occurs in Colombia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Swartzia mucronifera?
The main threats to Swartzia mucronifera 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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