VU

Guarea convergens

Unknown

Overview

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

Guarea convergens faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Central American range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has reduced its lowland forest habitat. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in mixed forests also threaten remaining populations through direct habitat loss and ecosystem disruption.

Threat summary

Habitat

Guarea convergens inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and mixed deciduous forests from sea level to approximately 800 meters elevation. The species typically occurs in primary and secondary forest understory environments with high humidity and dense canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Guarea convergens classified as Vulnerable?
Guarea convergens 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. Guarea convergens faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Central American range. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has reduced its lowland forest habitat. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in mixed forests also threaten remaining populations through direct habitat loss and ecosystem disruption.
Where does Guarea convergens live?
Guarea convergens 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 Guarea convergens?
The main threats to Guarea convergens 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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