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Astronidium saccatum

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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.

Astronidium saccatum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical rainforests. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have significantly reduced suitable habitat, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change poses an additional risk through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid microhabitats this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Astronidium saccatum inhabits humid tropical rainforests, typically found in understory environments with high moisture levels and dense canopy cover. The species appears to require specific microhabitat conditions within primary or well-developed secondary forest ecosystems.

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Brachyotum angustifolium

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Gravesia pulchra

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Blakea calycularis

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Astronidium saccatum classified as Endangered?
Astronidium saccatum 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. Astronidium saccatum faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in tropical rainforests. Mining activities and agricultural expansion have significantly reduced suitable habitat, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change poses an additional risk through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid microhabitats this species requires.
Where does Astronidium saccatum live?
Astronidium saccatum 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 Astronidium saccatum?
The main threats to Astronidium saccatum 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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