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Diospyros revaughanii

Declining

Overview

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

Diospyros revaughanii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable to agricultural expansion and infrastructure development that fragments its forest habitat. Collection pressure for timber and non-timber forest products poses additional threats to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic ebony species occurs in the tropical evergreen and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot in India. It typically grows in moist, well-drained soils at elevations between 500-1200 meters in areas with high annual rainfall.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros revaughanii classified as Endangered?
Diospyros revaughanii 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 revaughanii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable to agricultural expansion and infrastructure development that fragments its forest habitat. Collection pressure for timber and non-timber forest products poses additional threats to remaining populations.
Where does Diospyros revaughanii live?
Diospyros revaughanii occurs in across multiple regions. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Diospyros revaughanii?
The main threats to Diospyros revaughanii 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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