VU

Horsfieldia perangusta

Unknown

Overview

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

Horsfieldia perangusta faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on primary forest ecosystems that are rapidly being cleared for palm oil plantations and agricultural development. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in the same forest communities further fragment the remaining habitat patches where this nutmeg relative survives.

Threat summary

Habitat

Horsfieldia perangusta inhabits primary lowland tropical rainforests, typically occurring in the understory and middle canopy layers of undisturbed forest ecosystems. The species is found at elevations from sea level to approximately 800 meters, preferring areas with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns characteristic of Southeast Asian dipterocarp forests.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Horsfieldia perangusta classified as Vulnerable?
Horsfieldia perangusta 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. Horsfieldia perangusta faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on primary forest ecosystems that are rapidly being cleared for palm oil plantations and agricultural development. Logging activities targeting valuable timber species in the same forest communities further fragment the remaining habitat patches where this nutmeg relative survives.
Where does Horsfieldia perangusta live?
Horsfieldia perangusta 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 Horsfieldia perangusta?
The main threats to Horsfieldia perangusta 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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