VU

Saurauia bosuangii

Stable

Overview

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

Saurauia bosuangii faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited montane forest range. Agricultural expansion and logging activities continue to fragment the remaining populations, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by potentially shifting suitable habitat zones to higher elevations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Saurauia bosuangii inhabits montane tropical forests at elevations between 1,000-2,000 meters. The species is typically found in primary and secondary forest understory environments with high humidity and consistent moisture levels.

Rocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionLinked enterprises & livelihood alternatives

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Saurauia bosuangii classified as Vulnerable?
Saurauia bosuangii 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. Saurauia bosuangii faces primary threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited montane forest range. Agricultural expansion and logging activities continue to fragment the remaining populations, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat loss. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by potentially shifting suitable habitat zones to higher elevations.
Where does Saurauia bosuangii live?
Saurauia bosuangii occurs in Malaysia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Saurauia bosuangii?
The main threats to Saurauia bosuangii 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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