VU

Knema austrosiamensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Knema austrosiamensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations targeting its lowland forest habitat, which is increasingly converted to agricultural plantations and urban development. Its restricted distribution and specific habitat requirements make population recovery challenging once local extinctions occur.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary lowland tropical rainforests, typically occurring in areas with high humidity and dense canopy cover. It is found at elevations from sea level to approximately 800 meters in the understory and middle canopy layers.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Knema austrosiamensis classified as Vulnerable?
Knema austrosiamensis 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. Knema austrosiamensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its Southeast Asian range. The species is particularly vulnerable to logging operations targeting its lowland forest habitat, which is increasingly converted to agricultural plantations and urban development. Its restricted distribution and specific habitat requirements make population recovery challenging once local extinctions occur.
Where does Knema austrosiamensis live?
Knema austrosiamensis 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 Knema austrosiamensis?
The main threats to Knema austrosiamensis 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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