VU

Diospyros selangorensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Diospyros selangorensis faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural conversion throughout its native range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small forest patches. Logging activities and palm oil plantation expansion have eliminated much of the lowland forest habitat essential for this endemic ebony species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Malaysian ebony inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forests at elevations typically below 300 meters. The species requires well-drained soils and is associated with mixed dipterocarp forest communities in Peninsular Malaysia.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Diospyros selangorensis classified as Vulnerable?
Diospyros selangorensis 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 selangorensis faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural conversion throughout its native range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated in small forest patches. Logging activities and palm oil plantation expansion have eliminated much of the lowland forest habitat essential for this endemic ebony species.
Where does Diospyros selangorensis live?
Diospyros selangorensis 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 selangorensis?
The main threats to Diospyros selangorensis 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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