VU

Heliciopsis rufidula

Unknown

Overview

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

Heliciopsis rufidula faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion, as it depends on mature forest ecosystems with specific soil and moisture conditions. Palm oil plantations and urban development have fragmented remaining populations, while the slow growth rate of this tree species limits its ability to recover from disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland and hill dipterocarp forests, typically occurring in primary and mature secondary forests with well-drained soils. It is found at elevations from sea level to approximately 800 meters, preferring areas with consistent moisture and partial canopy cover.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist montane· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Heliciopsis rufidula classified as Vulnerable?
Heliciopsis rufidula 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. Heliciopsis rufidula faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations and agricultural expansion, as it depends on mature forest ecosystems with specific soil and moisture conditions. Palm oil plantations and urban development have fragmented remaining populations, while the slow growth rate of this tree species limits its ability to recover from disturbance.
Where does Heliciopsis rufidula live?
Heliciopsis rufidula occurs in Malaysia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Heliciopsis rufidula?
The main threats to Heliciopsis rufidula 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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