VU

Inga pleiogyna

Unknown

Overview

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

Inga pleiogyna faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its range in Central and South American tropical forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has reduced suitable forest habitat. The species' dependence on intact forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to ongoing land-use changes and forest degradation.

Threat summary

Habitat

Inga pleiogyna inhabits tropical rainforests and moist lowland forests, typically found in primary and secondary forest formations. The species occurs in both undisturbed forest areas and forest edges, generally at elevations below 1,000 meters.

Marine neritic· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Inga pleiogyna classified as Vulnerable?
Inga pleiogyna 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. Inga pleiogyna faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its range in Central and South American tropical forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has reduced suitable forest habitat. The species' dependence on intact forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to ongoing land-use changes and forest degradation.
Where does Inga pleiogyna live?
Inga pleiogyna 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 Inga pleiogyna?
The main threats to Inga pleiogyna 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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