CR

Lonchocarpus hydrophilus

Unknown

Overview

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

Lonchocarpus hydrophilus faces severe threats from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Central America. The species' dependence on specific riparian and wetland forest conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation and water table alterations from development projects. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the hydrological patterns essential for this water-loving species.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits riparian forests and wetland margins in tropical lowlands, typically growing in areas with consistent moisture and seasonal flooding. It requires specific hydrological conditions and is often found along riverbanks and in gallery forests where water availability remains stable throughout the year.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lonchocarpus hydrophilus classified as Critically Endangered?
Lonchocarpus hydrophilus is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Lonchocarpus hydrophilus faces severe threats from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Central America. The species' dependence on specific riparian and wetland forest conditions makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation and water table alterations from development projects. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while climate change threatens to alter the hydrological patterns essential for this water-loving species.
Where does Lonchocarpus hydrophilus live?
Lonchocarpus hydrophilus occurs in Guatemala. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Lonchocarpus hydrophilus?
The main threats to Lonchocarpus hydrophilus 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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