VU

Eugenia haniffii

Unknown

Overview

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

Eugenia haniffii faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to lowland and hill dipterocarp forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and conversion to oil palm plantations. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining habitat patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Malaysian species inhabits lowland and hill dipterocarp forests, typically found in primary and secondary forest environments up to 800 meters elevation. It grows in the understory and canopy layers of these biodiverse tropical rainforest ecosystems.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Eugenia haniffii classified as Vulnerable?
Eugenia haniffii 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. Eugenia haniffii faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to lowland and hill dipterocarp forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and conversion to oil palm plantations. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining habitat patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Eugenia haniffii live?
Eugenia haniffii 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 Eugenia haniffii?
The main threats to Eugenia haniffii 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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