VU

Goniothalamus simonsii

Unknown

Overview

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

Goniothalamus simonsii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations continue to reduce the quality of remaining forest patches. Urban development and palm oil plantations have eliminated significant portions of its historical range, leaving isolated populations with reduced genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forests at elevations typically below 500 meters. It prefers areas with dense canopy cover and high humidity, often found in forest understory environments with rich organic soil.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Goniothalamus simonsii classified as Vulnerable?
Goniothalamus simonsii 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. Goniothalamus simonsii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while logging operations continue to reduce the quality of remaining forest patches. Urban development and palm oil plantations have eliminated significant portions of its historical range, leaving isolated populations with reduced genetic diversity.
Where does Goniothalamus simonsii live?
Goniothalamus simonsii 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 Goniothalamus simonsii?
The main threats to Goniothalamus simonsii 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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