VU

Trichilia areolata

Unknown

Overview

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

Trichilia areolata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central and South America. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same ecosystems pose an additional threat to this vulnerable tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Trichilia areolata inhabits tropical moist forests and secondary growth areas, typically found in lowland and montane forest ecosystems. The species occurs in both primary forest remnants and disturbed forest edges, showing some tolerance for habitat modification.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Trichilia areolata classified as Vulnerable?
Trichilia areolata 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. Trichilia areolata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in Central and South America. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species in the same ecosystems pose an additional threat to this vulnerable tree species.
Where does Trichilia areolata live?
Trichilia areolata 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 Trichilia areolata?
The main threats to Trichilia areolata 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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