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Diospyros relit

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Overview

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

Diospyros relit faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and logging activities throughout its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations increasingly fragmented and isolated. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional risks to the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

Diospyros relit inhabits tropical lowland and montane forests, typically occurring in primary and secondary forest ecosystems with well-drained soils. The species is adapted to humid forest environments and is often found in association with other endemic flora in biodiversity-rich forest communities.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros relit classified as Endangered?
Diospyros relit 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 relit faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and logging activities throughout its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations increasingly fragmented and isolated. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional risks to the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree persists.
Where does Diospyros relit live?
Diospyros relit occurs in Jamaica. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Diospyros relit?
The main threats to Diospyros relit 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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