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Isolona le-testui

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Overview

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

Isolona le-testui faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in West and Central Africa. The species' dependence on intact forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and slash-and-burn agriculture that fragment its habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development further reduce available habitat, while the species' restricted distribution amplifies the impact of these localized threats.

Threat summary

Habitat

Isolona le-testui inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forest areas in West and Central Africa. The species requires intact forest canopy and is typically found in areas with high humidity and stable forest conditions.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Isolona le-testui classified as Endangered?
Isolona le-testui is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Isolona le-testui faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in West and Central Africa. The species' dependence on intact forest ecosystems makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and slash-and-burn agriculture that fragment its habitat. Mining activities and infrastructure development further reduce available habitat, while the species' restricted distribution amplifies the impact of these localized threats.
Where does Isolona le-testui live?
Isolona le-testui 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 Isolona le-testui?
The main threats to Isolona le-testui 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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