VU

Diospyros esmereg

Declining

Overview

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

Diospyros esmereg faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within Ecuador's coastal forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for palm oil plantations and cattle ranching, has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic ebony species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while selective logging for valuable timber compounds the threats to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the humid lowland and premontane forests of coastal Ecuador, typically occurring in primary and secondary forest formations at elevations up to 800 meters. It grows in well-drained soils within the highly biodiverse Chocó-Darién ecoregion.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros esmereg classified as Vulnerable?
Diospyros esmereg 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. Diospyros esmereg faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within Ecuador's coastal forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for palm oil plantations and cattle ranching, has fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic ebony species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while selective logging for valuable timber compounds the threats to remaining populations.
Where does Diospyros esmereg live?
Diospyros esmereg occurs in Ecuador. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Diospyros esmereg?
The main threats to Diospyros esmereg 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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