VU

Tabernaemontana ochroleuca

Unknown

Overview

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

Tabernaemontana ochroleuca faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further compound these pressures, reducing the quality and connectivity of suitable forest habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, occurring in humid lowland and montane forests. It typically grows in the understory and forest edges of well-preserved primary forest remnants.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Tabernaemontana ochroleuca classified as Vulnerable?
Tabernaemontana ochroleuca 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. Tabernaemontana ochroleuca faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Atlantic Forest of Brazil. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further compound these pressures, reducing the quality and connectivity of suitable forest habitats.
Where does Tabernaemontana ochroleuca live?
Tabernaemontana ochroleuca 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 Tabernaemontana ochroleuca?
The main threats to Tabernaemontana ochroleuca 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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