VU

Engelhardia mendalomensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Engelhardia mendalomensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Sulawesi's montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging activities continue to reduce the quality and connectivity of remaining forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting temperature and precipitation patterns may alter the specific montane conditions this endemic walnut requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Indonesian species inhabits montane forests of Sulawesi, typically occurring at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters in primary and secondary forest ecosystems. The species requires the cool, humid conditions characteristic of tropical montane cloud forests.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Engelhardia mendalomensis classified as Vulnerable?
Engelhardia mendalomensis 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. Engelhardia mendalomensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Sulawesi's montane forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging activities continue to reduce the quality and connectivity of remaining forest patches. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting temperature and precipitation patterns may alter the specific montane conditions this endemic walnut requires.
Where does Engelhardia mendalomensis live?
Engelhardia mendalomensis 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 Engelhardia mendalomensis?
The main threats to Engelhardia mendalomensis 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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