VU

Cnestis mildbraedii

Unknown

Overview

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

Cnestis mildbraedii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities throughout its West African range. Deforestation for cocoa plantations and subsistence farming has fragmented its forest habitat, while selective logging targets the mature trees that provide essential canopy structure. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with some populations experiencing severe decline due to conversion of forest areas to agricultural land.

Threat summary

Habitat

Cnestis mildbraedii inhabits tropical rainforests and secondary forest areas in West Africa, typically found in the understory and forest edges. The species occurs in both primary and disturbed forest habitats, showing some tolerance for forest regeneration areas but requiring adequate canopy cover for optimal growth.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cnestis mildbraedii classified as Vulnerable?
Cnestis mildbraedii 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. Cnestis mildbraedii faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities throughout its West African range. Deforestation for cocoa plantations and subsistence farming has fragmented its forest habitat, while selective logging targets the mature trees that provide essential canopy structure. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with some populations experiencing severe decline due to conversion of forest areas to agricultural land.
Where does Cnestis mildbraedii live?
Cnestis mildbraedii occurs in Congo - Brazzaville, Congo - Kinshasa, Kenya, South Sudan, Sudan, and Uganda. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cnestis mildbraedii?
The main threats to Cnestis mildbraedii 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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