VU

Calpocalyx heitzii

Unknown

Overview

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

Calpocalyx heitzii faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and forest degradation across its limited range in Central Africa. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion that fragment its lowland forest habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to remaining populations, while the species' restricted distribution makes it especially susceptible to localized habitat loss.

Threat summary

Habitat

Calpocalyx heitzii is endemic to lowland tropical rainforests of Central Africa, typically occurring in primary and mature secondary forest environments. The species is associated with humid forest understory and mid-canopy layers in areas with high rainfall and stable forest cover.

Forest· majorMarine coastal/supratidal· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Calpocalyx heitzii classified as Vulnerable?
Calpocalyx heitzii 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. Calpocalyx heitzii faces significant pressure from ongoing deforestation and forest degradation across its limited range in Central Africa. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion that fragment its lowland forest habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to remaining populations, while the species' restricted distribution makes it especially susceptible to localized habitat loss.
Where does Calpocalyx heitzii live?
Calpocalyx heitzii occurs in Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, and Gabon. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Calpocalyx heitzii?
The main threats to Calpocalyx heitzii 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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