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Unonopsis riedeliana

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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.

Unonopsis riedeliana 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 activities targeting valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat continue to reduce available breeding and foraging areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary lowland rainforests of the Amazon Basin, typically found in areas with high canopy cover and rich, well-drained soils. It occurs in both terra firme forests and occasionally in transitional zones near riverine systems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Unonopsis riedeliana classified as Endangered?
Unonopsis riedeliana 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. Unonopsis riedeliana 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 activities targeting valuable timber species in its lowland rainforest habitat continue to reduce available breeding and foraging areas.
Where does Unonopsis riedeliana live?
Unonopsis riedeliana 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 Unonopsis riedeliana?
The main threats to Unonopsis riedeliana 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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