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Castanopsis catappifolia

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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.

Castanopsis catappifolia faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Logging pressure for timber extraction has further reduced suitable habitat, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements limit its ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This critically endangered oak species inhabits montane forests and woodland areas, typically occurring in mixed broadleaf forests at moderate to high elevations. The species requires well-drained soils and specific microclimatic conditions found in its native forest ecosystems.

Forest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Castanopsis catappifolia classified as Critically Endangered?
Castanopsis catappifolia is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Castanopsis catappifolia faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Logging pressure for timber extraction has further reduced suitable habitat, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements limit its ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Castanopsis catappifolia live?
Castanopsis catappifolia 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 Castanopsis catappifolia?
The main threats to Castanopsis catappifolia 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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