VU

Platygyna parvifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Platygyna parvifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on specific microclimate conditions found only in intact primary forest understory. Mining activities and slash-and-burn agriculture have accelerated habitat destruction in recent decades, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for this species' survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits the humid understory of Madagascar's eastern rainforests, typically found in areas with high moisture retention and dense canopy cover. It requires specific microhabitat conditions including consistent humidity levels and protection from direct sunlight, making it highly dependent on intact primary forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Platygyna parvifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Platygyna parvifolia 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. Platygyna parvifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species' specialized habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to forest fragmentation, as it depends on specific microclimate conditions found only in intact primary forest understory. Mining activities and slash-and-burn agriculture have accelerated habitat destruction in recent decades, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture regimes essential for this species' survival.
Where does Platygyna parvifolia live?
Platygyna parvifolia 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 Platygyna parvifolia?
The main threats to Platygyna parvifolia 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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