CR

Homalium peninsulare

Unknown

Overview

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

Homalium peninsulare faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in peninsular Malaysia. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with remaining populations increasingly fragmented and isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while the species' specific ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to degraded environments.

Threat summary

Habitat

Homalium peninsulare is endemic to the tropical lowland and hill forests of peninsular Malaysia, typically occurring in primary and secondary forest habitats at elevations up to 800 meters. The species shows preference for well-drained soils in mixed dipterocarp forests and forest edges.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Homalium peninsulare classified as Critically Endangered?
Homalium peninsulare is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Homalium peninsulare faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in peninsular Malaysia. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with remaining populations increasingly fragmented and isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while the species' specific ecological requirements limit its ability to adapt to degraded environments.
Where does Homalium peninsulare live?
Homalium peninsulare occurs in Thailand. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Homalium peninsulare?
The main threats to Homalium peninsulare 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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