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Macaranga truncata

Declining

Overview

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

Macaranga truncata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. Palm oil plantations and logging operations have fragmented its habitat into isolated patches, while urban development continues to encroach on remaining forest areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with some populations already eliminated from formerly occupied sites.

Threat summary

Habitat

Macaranga truncata inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forest edges, typically found in areas with well-drained soils at elevations below 500 meters. The species occurs in both primary forest understory and disturbed forest margins, often establishing in gaps created by natural tree falls or minor disturbances.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Macaranga truncata classified as Endangered?
Macaranga truncata 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. Macaranga truncata faces severe pressure from rapid deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. Palm oil plantations and logging operations have fragmented its habitat into isolated patches, while urban development continues to encroach on remaining forest areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, with some populations already eliminated from formerly occupied sites.
Where does Macaranga truncata live?
Macaranga truncata 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 truncata?
The main threats to Macaranga truncata 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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