Elaeocarpus bojeri
CR

Elaeocarpus bojeri

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.

Elaeocarpus bojeri faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion across its native range in Mauritius. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources. Urban development and agricultural expansion have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating small populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits the remaining native forests of Mauritius, particularly in upland and montane forest areas. It grows in both primary and secondary forest habitats, typically in areas with high humidity and well-drained soils.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

Other threatened species in ELAEOCARPACEAE

EN

Elaeocarpus timorensis

Unknown
CR

Elaeocarpus surigaensis

Declining
VU

Elaeocarpus degenerianus

Unknown
VU

Elaeocarpus gillespieanus

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is Elaeocarpus bojeri classified as Critically Endangered?
Elaeocarpus bojeri 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. Elaeocarpus bojeri faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion across its native range in Mauritius. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources. Urban development and agricultural expansion have fragmented remaining forest patches, isolating small populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Elaeocarpus bojeri live?
Elaeocarpus bojeri 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 Elaeocarpus bojeri?
The main threats to Elaeocarpus bojeri 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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