VU

Glycosmis perakensis

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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.

Glycosmis perakensis faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to lowland and hill forests makes it particularly vulnerable to palm oil plantation development and urban encroachment. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns essential for this tropical forest species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Glycosmis perakensis inhabits tropical lowland and hill forests of Peninsular Malaysia, typically found in primary and secondary forest understory. The species occurs at elevations from sea level to approximately 800 meters, preferring areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Glycosmis perakensis classified as Vulnerable?
Glycosmis perakensis 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. Glycosmis perakensis faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Peninsular Malaysia. The species' restriction to lowland and hill forests makes it particularly vulnerable to palm oil plantation development and urban encroachment. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration. Climate change compounds these pressures by altering rainfall patterns essential for this tropical forest species.
Where does Glycosmis perakensis live?
Glycosmis perakensis occurs in Malaya. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Glycosmis perakensis?
The main threats to Glycosmis perakensis 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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