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Dypsis ambilaensis

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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.

Dypsis ambilaensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' extremely limited range around Ambila-Lemaitso makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while slash-and-burn agriculture continues to reduce available forest cover. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic palm species inhabits the humid lowland and mid-elevation rainforests of eastern Madagascar, specifically in the Ambila-Lemaitso region. It grows in the understory of primary and secondary forest formations, typically on well-drained soils in areas receiving high annual rainfall.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dypsis ambilaensis classified as Endangered?
Dypsis ambilaensis 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. Dypsis ambilaensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' extremely limited range around Ambila-Lemaitso makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while slash-and-burn agriculture continues to reduce available forest cover. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.
Where does Dypsis ambilaensis live?
Dypsis ambilaensis occurs in Madagascar. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Dypsis ambilaensis?
The main threats to Dypsis ambilaensis 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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