VU

Calophyllum moonii

Unknown

Overview

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

Calophyllum moonii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Sri Lanka's wet zone forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and the ongoing fragmentation of lowland rainforest habitats. Logging activities and agricultural expansion continue to reduce the quality and extent of suitable habitat, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from population declines.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Sri Lankan tree species occurs in lowland wet zone rainforests, typically at elevations below 300 meters. It grows in primary and secondary forest habitats with high rainfall and humid conditions characteristic of the island's southwestern wet zone.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Calophyllum moonii classified as Vulnerable?
Calophyllum moonii 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. Calophyllum moonii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Sri Lanka's wet zone forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and the ongoing fragmentation of lowland rainforest habitats. Logging activities and agricultural expansion continue to reduce the quality and extent of suitable habitat, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from population declines.
Where does Calophyllum moonii live?
Calophyllum moonii 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 Calophyllum moonii?
The main threats to Calophyllum moonii 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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