VU

Campylospermum scheffleri

Unknown

Overview

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

Campylospermum scheffleri faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities throughout its limited range in tropical Africa. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional threats to the specialized forest ecosystems this species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Campylospermum scheffleri inhabits tropical moist forests and forest margins in equatorial Africa, typically occurring in primary and secondary forest ecosystems. The species shows preference for well-drained soils in lowland and submontane forest zones with consistent moisture levels.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Campylospermum scheffleri classified as Vulnerable?
Campylospermum scheffleri 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. Campylospermum scheffleri faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities throughout its limited range in tropical Africa. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional threats to the specialized forest ecosystems this species requires for survival.
Where does Campylospermum scheffleri live?
Campylospermum scheffleri occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Campylospermum scheffleri?
The main threats to Campylospermum scheffleri 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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