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Mimusops penduliflora

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Overview

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

Mimusops penduliflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements, making population recovery extremely difficult once forest areas are cleared. Logging for valuable timber and conversion of forest land for subsistence agriculture continue to fragment the remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Malagasy tree species inhabits the humid lowland and montane rainforests of eastern Madagascar, typically growing in primary forest understory and canopy gaps. It requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels found in intact forest ecosystems between 200-1,200 meters elevation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mimusops penduliflora classified as Endangered?
Mimusops penduliflora 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. Mimusops penduliflora faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its slow growth rate and specific habitat requirements, making population recovery extremely difficult once forest areas are cleared. Logging for valuable timber and conversion of forest land for subsistence agriculture continue to fragment the remaining populations.
Where does Mimusops penduliflora live?
Mimusops penduliflora 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 Mimusops penduliflora?
The main threats to Mimusops penduliflora 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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