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Psydrax bridsonianus

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Overview

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

Psydrax bridsonianus faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities that have fragmented its remaining forest habitat. The species' restricted range in the Eastern Arc Mountains makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change poses additional risks to its montane forest ecosystem.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to montane forests in the Eastern Arc Mountains of Tanzania, typically occurring in moist evergreen forest at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters. It requires intact forest canopy and is associated with areas of high rainfall and consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psydrax bridsonianus classified as Endangered?
Psydrax bridsonianus is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Psydrax bridsonianus faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and logging activities that have fragmented its remaining forest habitat. The species' restricted range in the Eastern Arc Mountains makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction, while climate change poses additional risks to its montane forest ecosystem.
Where does Psydrax bridsonianus live?
Psydrax bridsonianus occurs in Cameroon, and Central African Republic. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Psydrax bridsonianus?
The main threats to Psydrax bridsonianus 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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