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Calophyllum aureobrunnescens

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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.

Calophyllum aureobrunnescens faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. Commercial logging operations target the species' preferred primary forest habitats, while agricultural expansion and palm oil plantations continue to fragment remaining populations. The species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements make recovery particularly challenging once local populations are eliminated.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tropical tree species inhabits lowland primary rainforests and mixed dipterocarp forests at elevations typically below 500 meters. It requires well-drained soils and the humid microclimate conditions found in intact forest canopies.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Calophyllum aureobrunnescens classified as Endangered?
Calophyllum aureobrunnescens 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. Calophyllum aureobrunnescens faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. Commercial logging operations target the species' preferred primary forest habitats, while agricultural expansion and palm oil plantations continue to fragment remaining populations. The species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements make recovery particularly challenging once local populations are eliminated.
Where does Calophyllum aureobrunnescens live?
Calophyllum aureobrunnescens 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 Calophyllum aureobrunnescens?
The main threats to Calophyllum aureobrunnescens 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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