VU

Mangifera zeylanica

Unknown

Overview

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

Mangifera zeylanica faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in Sri Lanka and southern India. The species is particularly vulnerable to agricultural expansion and urban development, which fragment the remaining lowland rainforest patches where it naturally occurs. Collection pressure for its edible fruits and timber value has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens the specific moisture and temperature conditions required for successful reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

Mangifera zeylanica inhabits tropical lowland rainforests and moist deciduous forests, typically occurring at elevations below 1,000 meters. The species requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels, often found in forest margins and secondary growth areas within its native range in Sri Lanka and the Western Ghats of India.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mangifera zeylanica classified as Vulnerable?
Mangifera zeylanica 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. Mangifera zeylanica faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its native range in Sri Lanka and southern India. The species is particularly vulnerable to agricultural expansion and urban development, which fragment the remaining lowland rainforest patches where it naturally occurs. Collection pressure for its edible fruits and timber value has further reduced wild populations, while climate change threatens the specific moisture and temperature conditions required for successful reproduction.
Where does Mangifera zeylanica live?
Mangifera zeylanica 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 Mangifera zeylanica?
The main threats to Mangifera zeylanica 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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