VU

Mallotus fuscescens

Unknown

Overview

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

Mallotus fuscescens 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 in Southeast Asia, typically occurring at elevations from sea level to 800 meters. It shows preference for areas with dense canopy cover and is occasionally found in mature rubber plantations adjacent to forest remnants.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mallotus fuscescens classified as Vulnerable?
Mallotus fuscescens 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 fuscescens 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 fuscescens live?
Mallotus fuscescens occurs in Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Mallotus fuscescens?
The main threats to Mallotus fuscescens 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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