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Croton dictyophlebodes

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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.

Croton dictyophlebodes faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while slash-and-burn agriculture continues to reduce available forest cover. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to remaining populations in this biodiversity hotspot.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Madagascan species inhabits humid lowland and montane rainforests of the eastern escarpment, typically found in primary forest understory and forest edges. It occurs at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 1,200 meters in areas with high rainfall and consistent moisture levels.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Croton dictyophlebodes classified as Endangered?
Croton dictyophlebodes is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Croton dictyophlebodes faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while slash-and-burn agriculture continues to reduce available forest cover. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional threats to remaining populations in this biodiversity hotspot.
Where does Croton dictyophlebodes live?
Croton dictyophlebodes occurs in Tanzania. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Croton dictyophlebodes?
The main threats to Croton dictyophlebodes 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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