CR

Diospyros potamica

Unknown

Overview

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

Diospyros potamica faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its limited range along riverine systems. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while its dependence on specific riparian forest conditions means that even small-scale habitat modifications can have disproportionate impacts on remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits riparian forests and riverbank vegetation along freshwater systems, typically growing in moist, well-drained soils near water courses. It requires the specific microclimate conditions found in these riverine forest ecosystems, including consistent moisture levels and protection from direct sunlight.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros potamica classified as Critically Endangered?
Diospyros potamica is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Diospyros potamica faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its limited range along riverine systems. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while its dependence on specific riparian forest conditions means that even small-scale habitat modifications can have disproportionate impacts on remaining populations.
Where does Diospyros potamica live?
Diospyros potamica occurs in Papua New Guinea. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Diospyros potamica?
The main threats to Diospyros potamica are 3.2, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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