EN

Diospyros hequetiae

Declining

Overview

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

Diospyros hequetiae faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and the ongoing fragmentation of Madagascar's remaining primary forest habitats. Agricultural expansion and logging activities continue to reduce the available habitat, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements make population recovery challenging.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic ebony species inhabits Madagascar's eastern humid forests, typically found in primary rainforest environments at mid-elevations. The species requires intact forest canopy and appears to be associated with specific soil conditions found in undisturbed forest ecosystems.

Shrubland· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros hequetiae classified as Endangered?
Diospyros hequetiae 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. Diospyros hequetiae faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and the ongoing fragmentation of Madagascar's remaining primary forest habitats. Agricultural expansion and logging activities continue to reduce the available habitat, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements make population recovery challenging.
Where does Diospyros hequetiae live?
Diospyros hequetiae occurs in New Caledonia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Diospyros hequetiae?
The main threats to Diospyros hequetiae 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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