Dypsis basilonga
CR

Dypsis basilonga

Unknown

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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 basilonga faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion in Madagascar's remaining lowland rainforests. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while slash-and-burn agriculture continues to reduce the quality of its forest habitat. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic palm species inhabits Madagascar's lowland rainforests, typically found in humid forest understory environments at low to moderate elevations. It requires the specific microclimate conditions provided by intact primary forest canopy.

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dypsis basilonga classified as Critically Endangered?
Dypsis basilonga is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Dypsis basilonga faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion in Madagascar's remaining lowland rainforests. The species' extremely restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while slash-and-burn agriculture continues to reduce the quality of its forest habitat. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade poses an additional threat to remaining wild populations.
Where does Dypsis basilonga live?
Dypsis basilonga 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 basilonga?
The main threats to Dypsis basilonga are 2.1, 5.4, ai-1, and ai-2. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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