VU

Maytenus sp. nov. A

Unknown

Overview

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

Maytenus sp. nov. A faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation within its restricted range. As a newly described species with limited distribution, it is particularly vulnerable to localized threats including agricultural expansion and infrastructure development. The species' small population size and narrow ecological requirements make it susceptible to environmental changes that could rapidly impact its survival prospects.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species typically inhabits tropical or subtropical forest environments, likely occupying specific microhabitats within its native range. As a member of the Celastraceae family, it probably grows in forest understory or edge conditions where it can access appropriate light and soil conditions.

Forest· majorRocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Maytenus sp. nov. A classified as Vulnerable?
Maytenus sp. nov. A 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. Maytenus sp. nov. A faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation within its restricted range. As a newly described species with limited distribution, it is particularly vulnerable to localized threats including agricultural expansion and infrastructure development. The species' small population size and narrow ecological requirements make it susceptible to environmental changes that could rapidly impact its survival prospects.
Where does Maytenus sp. nov. A live?
Maytenus sp. nov. A occurs in Yemen. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Maytenus sp. nov. A?
The main threats to Maytenus sp. nov. A 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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