VU

Phoebe zhennan

Unknown

Overview

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

Phoebe zhennan faces severe pressure from extensive logging for its highly valued timber, which is prized for traditional Chinese furniture and construction. The species has experienced dramatic population declines due to overexploitation, with mature trees being selectively harvested faster than natural regeneration can occur. Habitat fragmentation from agricultural expansion and urban development further compounds the threat by isolating remaining populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

Phoebe zhennan inhabits subtropical evergreen broadleaf forests in mountainous regions of central and southern China, typically growing at elevations between 300-1,500 meters. The species thrives in moist, well-drained soils along valley floors and gentle slopes within mixed forest communities.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Phoebe zhennan classified as Vulnerable?
Phoebe zhennan 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. Phoebe zhennan faces severe pressure from extensive logging for its highly valued timber, which is prized for traditional Chinese furniture and construction. The species has experienced dramatic population declines due to overexploitation, with mature trees being selectively harvested faster than natural regeneration can occur. Habitat fragmentation from agricultural expansion and urban development further compounds the threat by isolating remaining populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Phoebe zhennan live?
Phoebe zhennan 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 Phoebe zhennan?
The main threats to Phoebe zhennan 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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