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Drypetes travancorica

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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.

Drypetes travancorica faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact forest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion, urbanization, and infrastructure development continue to reduce and isolate remaining populations, while selective logging targets mature trees that provide critical habitat structure.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits the evergreen and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in Kerala and Tamil Nadu, India. It typically occurs in montane forest ecosystems at elevations between 900-1800 meters, preferring areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Drypetes travancorica classified as Endangered?
Drypetes travancorica 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. Drypetes travancorica faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on intact forest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion, urbanization, and infrastructure development continue to reduce and isolate remaining populations, while selective logging targets mature trees that provide critical habitat structure.
Where does Drypetes travancorica live?
Drypetes travancorica 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 Drypetes travancorica?
The main threats to Drypetes travancorica 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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