EN

Diospyros riedelii

Declining

Overview

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

Diospyros riedelii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restriction to specific soil types and elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same ecosystems have further reduced suitable habitat, while palm oil plantations continue to encroach on remaining forest areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This ebony species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests, typically found in well-drained soils at elevations below 500 meters. It occurs in both primary and secondary forest formations, often associated with dipterocarp forest communities in Southeast Asia.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros riedelii classified as Endangered?
Diospyros riedelii 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 riedelii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restriction to specific soil types and elevation zones makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same ecosystems have further reduced suitable habitat, while palm oil plantations continue to encroach on remaining forest areas.
Where does Diospyros riedelii live?
Diospyros riedelii 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 riedelii?
The main threats to Diospyros riedelii 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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