VU

Coussarea machadoana

Declining

Overview

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

Coussarea machadoana 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 crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment its already restricted range, limiting gene flow between populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of southeastern Brazil, specifically occurring in montane and submontane rainforest environments. It typically inhabits the understory and mid-canopy of primary and well-preserved secondary forests at elevations between 500-1,200 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Coussarea machadoana classified as Vulnerable?
Coussarea machadoana 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. Coussarea machadoana 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 crop cultivation, continues to reduce and isolate remaining forest patches where this endemic species occurs. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment its already restricted range, limiting gene flow between populations.
Where does Coussarea machadoana live?
Coussarea machadoana 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 Coussarea machadoana?
The main threats to Coussarea machadoana 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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