CR

Quercus camusiae

Unknown

Overview

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

Quercus camusiae faces severe population decline due to extensive deforestation and agricultural conversion throughout its limited range in the Philippines. Mining activities and urban development have further fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic oak survives. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat loss, with logging pressure continuing to reduce the quality of its montane forest ecosystem.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Philippine oak inhabits montane forests at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters, typically growing in mixed dipterocarp and mossy forest communities. The species requires well-drained soils and the cool, humid conditions characteristic of tropical mountain ecosystems.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Quercus camusiae classified as Critically Endangered?
Quercus camusiae is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Quercus camusiae faces severe population decline due to extensive deforestation and agricultural conversion throughout its limited range in the Philippines. Mining activities and urban development have further fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic oak survives. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat loss, with logging pressure continuing to reduce the quality of its montane forest ecosystem.
Where does Quercus camusiae live?
Quercus camusiae 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 Quercus camusiae?
The main threats to Quercus camusiae are 5.3, ai-1, ai-2, and ai-3. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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