VU

Pascimmisci

Guarea velutina

Unknown

Overview

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

Guarea velutina faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central and South American tropical forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has significantly reduced available habitat. Selective logging targeting valuable timber species in these forests further degrades the ecosystem structure this species depends upon.

Threat summary

Habitat

Guarea velutina inhabits humid tropical lowland and montane forests, typically found in the understory and mid-canopy of primary and mature secondary forests. The species prefers areas with consistent moisture and rich, well-drained soils characteristic of Neotropical rainforest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pascimmisci classified as Vulnerable?
Pascimmisci 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. Guarea velutina faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Central and South American tropical forests. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and crop cultivation, has significantly reduced available habitat. Selective logging targeting valuable timber species in these forests further degrades the ecosystem structure this species depends upon.
Where does Pascimmisci live?
Pascimmisci 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 Pascimmisci?
The main threats to Pascimmisci 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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