VU

Drypetes perakensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Drypetes perakensis faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to lowland and hill dipterocarp forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and palm oil plantation development. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration potential.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tree species is endemic to the lowland and hill dipterocarp forests of Peninsular Malaysia, typically occurring at elevations up to 800 meters. It requires the humid, shaded understory conditions characteristic of primary and mature secondary tropical rainforests.

Threatened in Brazil

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Mustelus fasciatus

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Mussismilia hispida

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Myrcia carioca

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Brasilia Tapaculo

Scytalopus novacapitalis

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Drypetes perakensis classified as Vulnerable?
Drypetes perakensis 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. Drypetes perakensis faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to lowland and hill dipterocarp forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and palm oil plantation development. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration potential.
Where does Drypetes perakensis live?
Drypetes perakensis occurs in Brazil. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Drypetes perakensis?
The main threats to Drypetes perakensis 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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