Larissa Cavalheiro

Larissa Cavalheiro is an active researcher in Amazonian biodiversity and tropical ecology, contributing to high-impact studies on tree flora, forest composition, and conservation. Her collaborative work spans multiple institutions globally, focusing on understanding the functional and taxonomic diversity of Amazonian forests.

Research Focus

• Amazonian tree diversity and distribution
• Floodplain ecology and habitat specificity
• Functional traits and forest composition
• Conservation biology and biodiversity assessment

Her recent publications in Communications Biology and Nature Ecology and Evolution highlight significant findings on the dependency of Amazonian tree diversity on river floodplains and the functional composition of the flora. These studies underscore the importance of riparian ecosystems and provide critical insights for conservation strategies.