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Cynometra suaheliensis

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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.

Cynometra suaheliensis faces severe pressure from coastal forest destruction along the East African coast, where its specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation. The species is threatened by agricultural expansion, urban development, and timber harvesting in the remaining patches of coastal forest. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting these fragile coastal ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to coastal forests and woodland areas along the East African coast, particularly in Kenya and Tanzania. It typically occurs in lowland coastal forest fragments and woodland savanna transitions near the Indian Ocean.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cynometra suaheliensis classified as Vulnerable?
Cynometra suaheliensis 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. Cynometra suaheliensis faces severe pressure from coastal forest destruction along the East African coast, where its specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to fragmentation. The species is threatened by agricultural expansion, urban development, and timber harvesting in the remaining patches of coastal forest. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting these fragile coastal ecosystems.
Where does Cynometra suaheliensis live?
Cynometra suaheliensis 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 Cynometra suaheliensis?
The main threats to Cynometra suaheliensis 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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