VU

Guioa waigeoensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Guioa waigeoensis faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat conversion on Waigeo Island, where its lowland forest habitat is being cleared for agriculture and development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while logging activities continue to fragment remaining forest patches. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid forest conditions this endemic tree requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests on Waigeo Island in Indonesia's Raja Ampat archipelago. It occurs in primary and secondary forest habitats at elevations typically below 500 meters, preferring humid conditions with well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Guioa waigeoensis classified as Vulnerable?
Guioa waigeoensis 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. Guioa waigeoensis faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat conversion on Waigeo Island, where its lowland forest habitat is being cleared for agriculture and development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while logging activities continue to fragment remaining forest patches. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid forest conditions this endemic tree requires.
Where does Guioa waigeoensis live?
Guioa waigeoensis 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 Guioa waigeoensis?
The main threats to Guioa waigeoensis 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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