VU

Croton sulcifructus

Unknown

Overview

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

Croton sulcifructus faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. Deforestation for pastureland conversion represents the primary threat to remaining populations. Urban development and infrastructure projects further reduce available habitat, while the species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical dry forests and woodland areas, typically occurring in well-drained soils at moderate elevations. It is associated with seasonal deciduous forest ecosystems where it grows as part of the understory or forest edge communities.

Forest· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Croton sulcifructus classified as Vulnerable?
Croton sulcifructus 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. Croton sulcifructus faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. Deforestation for pastureland conversion represents the primary threat to remaining populations. Urban development and infrastructure projects further reduce available habitat, while the species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances.
Where does Croton sulcifructus live?
Croton sulcifructus 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 Croton sulcifructus?
The main threats to Croton sulcifructus 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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