VU

Guarea cristata

Unknown

Overview

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

Guarea cristata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Central American range, particularly from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching. The species' dependence on mature forest canopy makes it especially vulnerable to logging operations that target large trees. Urban development and infrastructure projects have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the humid conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Guarea cristata inhabits humid lowland and montane forests from sea level to approximately 1,500 meters elevation, typically found in the forest canopy and edges. The species prefers areas with consistent moisture and dense tree cover, occurring in both primary and well-developed secondary forests throughout Central America.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Guarea cristata classified as Vulnerable?
Guarea cristata 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 cristata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its Central American range, particularly from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching. The species' dependence on mature forest canopy makes it especially vulnerable to logging operations that target large trees. Urban development and infrastructure projects have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the humid conditions this species requires.
Where does Guarea cristata live?
Guarea cristata occurs in Brazil, and Peru. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Guarea cristata?
The main threats to Guarea cristata 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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