VU

Macaranga attenuata

Declining

Overview

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

Macaranga attenuata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation across its Southeast Asian range, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia where palm oil plantations and logging operations have fragmented its lowland forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specific ecological requirements make it highly vulnerable to habitat conversion, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in forest fragments that may be too small to maintain viable breeding populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Macaranga attenuata inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forests at elevations typically below 800 meters. The species thrives in humid forest environments with well-drained soils and is often found in forest gaps and edges where it can access adequate sunlight for growth.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Macaranga attenuata classified as Vulnerable?
Macaranga attenuata 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. Macaranga attenuata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation across its Southeast Asian range, particularly in Malaysia and Indonesia where palm oil plantations and logging operations have fragmented its lowland forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution and specific ecological requirements make it highly vulnerable to habitat conversion, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in forest fragments that may be too small to maintain viable breeding populations.
Where does Macaranga attenuata live?
Macaranga attenuata 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 Macaranga attenuata?
The main threats to Macaranga attenuata 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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