VU

Brownlowia stipulata

Stable

Overview

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

Brownlowia stipulata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation across its Southeast Asian range, particularly from palm oil plantation expansion and logging operations. The species' dependence on primary and mature secondary forests makes it especially vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become too small to support viable populations. Agricultural conversion and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' limited dispersal ability prevents recolonization of degraded areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

Brownlowia stipulata inhabits primary and mature secondary tropical rainforests in Southeast Asia, typically occurring in lowland and hill dipterocarp forests up to 800 meters elevation. The species requires dense canopy cover and is particularly associated with areas of high tree diversity and minimal human disturbance.

Forest· majorWetlands (inland) - Permanent rivers/streams· majorWetlands (inland) - Bogs, marshes, swamps, fens· major

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Brownlowia stipulata classified as Vulnerable?
Brownlowia stipulata 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. Brownlowia stipulata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation across its Southeast Asian range, particularly from palm oil plantation expansion and logging operations. The species' dependence on primary and mature secondary forests makes it especially vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become too small to support viable populations. Agricultural conversion and urban development continue to reduce available habitat, while the species' limited dispersal ability prevents recolonization of degraded areas.
Where does Brownlowia stipulata live?
Brownlowia stipulata 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 Brownlowia stipulata?
The main threats to Brownlowia stipulata 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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