VU

Agrostistachys coriacea

Unknown

Overview

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

Agrostistachys coriacea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its Southeast Asian range. The species' dependence on primary and secondary lowland forests makes it particularly vulnerable to palm oil plantations and logging operations. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns essential for this tropical forest species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Agrostistachys coriacea inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forest areas in Southeast Asia, typically occurring in areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall. The species is found in both primary forest understory and disturbed forest edges, though it shows preference for less degraded forest habitats.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Agrostistachys coriacea classified as Vulnerable?
Agrostistachys coriacea 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. Agrostistachys coriacea faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its Southeast Asian range. The species' dependence on primary and secondary lowland forests makes it particularly vulnerable to palm oil plantations and logging operations. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns essential for this tropical forest species.
Where does Agrostistachys coriacea live?
Agrostistachys coriacea occurs in Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Agrostistachys coriacea?
The main threats to Agrostistachys coriacea 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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