VU

Barringtonia corneri

Unknown

Overview

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

Barringtonia corneri faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact primary forest ecosystems. Logging activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented remaining populations, while the tree's slow growth rate limits natural recovery potential.

Threat summary

Habitat

Barringtonia corneri inhabits lowland tropical rainforests, typically found in primary forest understory and along forest margins. The species occurs in well-drained soils of coastal and inland forest areas at elevations below 500 meters.

Forest· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Barringtonia corneri classified as Vulnerable?
Barringtonia corneri 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. Barringtonia corneri faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact primary forest ecosystems. Logging activities and agricultural expansion have fragmented remaining populations, while the tree's slow growth rate limits natural recovery potential.
Where does Barringtonia corneri live?
Barringtonia corneri occurs in Malaysia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Barringtonia corneri?
The main threats to Barringtonia corneri 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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