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Dicymbe puncticulosa

Declining

Overview

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

Dicymbe puncticulosa faces severe pressure from deforestation and mining activities throughout its limited range in the Guiana Shield. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on intact lowland rainforest ecosystems. Gold mining operations and agricultural expansion have accelerated habitat loss in recent decades, while the tree's slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

Dicymbe puncticulosa occurs in lowland tropical rainforests of the Guiana Shield, typically in well-drained soils at elevations below 500 meters. The species is associated with primary forest ecosystems and shows limited tolerance for disturbed or secondary forest habitats.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dicymbe puncticulosa classified as Endangered?
Dicymbe puncticulosa 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. Dicymbe puncticulosa faces severe pressure from deforestation and mining activities throughout its limited range in the Guiana Shield. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on intact lowland rainforest ecosystems. Gold mining operations and agricultural expansion have accelerated habitat loss in recent decades, while the tree's slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from disturbance.
Where does Dicymbe puncticulosa live?
Dicymbe puncticulosa 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 Dicymbe puncticulosa?
The main threats to Dicymbe puncticulosa 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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