VU

Diospyros manu

Stable

Overview

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

Diospyros manu faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in Peru's Amazon basin, where logging operations and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its lowland rainforest habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change may alter the specific moisture and temperature conditions required for its survival in these tropical ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests of the Amazon basin in Peru, typically occurring in primary forest areas with high humidity and consistent moisture levels. It grows in the understory and canopy layers of these biodiverse ecosystems, requiring the specific microclimate conditions found in intact rainforest environments.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros manu classified as Vulnerable?
Diospyros manu 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 manu faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in Peru's Amazon basin, where logging operations and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its lowland rainforest habitat. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change may alter the specific moisture and temperature conditions required for its survival in these tropical ecosystems.
Where does Diospyros manu live?
Diospyros manu occurs in Peru. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Diospyros manu?
The main threats to Diospyros manu 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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