VU

Myristica petiolata

Unknown

Overview

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

Myristica petiolata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on primary forest ecosystems that are rapidly being cleared for palm oil plantations and agricultural development. Selective logging targeting valuable timber species in these forests further fragments remaining populations and degrades habitat quality.

Threat summary

Habitat

Myristica petiolata inhabits lowland tropical rainforests, typically occurring in primary forest ecosystems at elevations below 500 meters. The species requires intact forest canopy and is associated with well-drained soils in areas of high rainfall and humidity.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myristica petiolata classified as Vulnerable?
Myristica petiolata 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. Myristica petiolata faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in Southeast Asian lowland forests. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and dependence on primary forest ecosystems that are rapidly being cleared for palm oil plantations and agricultural development. Selective logging targeting valuable timber species in these forests further fragments remaining populations and degrades habitat quality.
Where does Myristica petiolata live?
Myristica petiolata 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 Myristica petiolata?
The main threats to Myristica petiolata 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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