VU

Cryptocarya rifaii

Unknown

Overview

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

Cryptocarya rifaii faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Middle East. Agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced the species' already restricted forest habitat, while overgrazing by livestock degrades remaining woodland areas. Climate change poses an additional threat through increased drought stress and shifting precipitation patterns in the region's fragile forest ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane forests and woodland areas in the eastern Mediterranean region, typically growing in rocky soils at moderate elevations. It occurs in mixed deciduous forests alongside other native tree species in areas with Mediterranean climate conditions.

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cryptocarya rifaii classified as Vulnerable?
Cryptocarya rifaii 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. Cryptocarya rifaii faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Middle East. Agricultural expansion and urban development have reduced the species' already restricted forest habitat, while overgrazing by livestock degrades remaining woodland areas. Climate change poses an additional threat through increased drought stress and shifting precipitation patterns in the region's fragile forest ecosystems.
Where does Cryptocarya rifaii live?
Cryptocarya rifaii occurs in Malaysia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cryptocarya rifaii?
The main threats to Cryptocarya rifaii 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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