VU

nisperillo

Manilkara valenzuelana

Unknown

Overview

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

Nisperillo faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. Deforestation for cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation has fragmented remaining forest patches, while coastal development threatens lowland populations. The species' slow growth rate and specific soil requirements make recovery particularly challenging once habitat is lost.

Threat summary

Habitat

Nisperillo occurs in tropical dry forests and semi-deciduous woodlands, typically on limestone soils and coastal plains. The species is adapted to seasonal rainfall patterns and can tolerate some drought conditions, but requires intact forest canopy for optimal growth and reproduction.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is nisperillo classified as Vulnerable?
nisperillo 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. Nisperillo faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. Deforestation for cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation has fragmented remaining forest patches, while coastal development threatens lowland populations. The species' slow growth rate and specific soil requirements make recovery particularly challenging once habitat is lost.
Where does nisperillo live?
nisperillo 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 nisperillo?
The main threats to nisperillo 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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