VU

Mallotus atrovirens

Unknown

Overview

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

Mallotus atrovirens faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its Southeast Asian range, particularly affecting lowland and hill forest habitats. Palm oil plantations and logging operations have fragmented remaining populations, while the species' limited dispersal ability makes recolonization of cleared areas extremely difficult. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, with some subpopulations now isolated in small forest fragments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits primary and secondary lowland forests, hill forests, and forest edges at elevations up to 800 meters. It typically occurs in areas with well-drained soils and partial canopy cover, often found along forest margins and in disturbed forest habitats.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mallotus atrovirens classified as Vulnerable?
Mallotus atrovirens 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. Mallotus atrovirens faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its Southeast Asian range, particularly affecting lowland and hill forest habitats. Palm oil plantations and logging operations have fragmented remaining populations, while the species' limited dispersal ability makes recolonization of cleared areas extremely difficult. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, with some subpopulations now isolated in small forest fragments.
Where does Mallotus atrovirens live?
Mallotus atrovirens 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 Mallotus atrovirens?
The main threats to Mallotus atrovirens 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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