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Syzygium myhendrae

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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.

Syzygium myhendrae faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional risks to the specialized forest ecosystems this endemic species requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits tropical rainforest environments, typically found in lowland and hill forest ecosystems with high humidity and dense canopy cover. It occurs in primary and secondary forest habitats where it forms part of the understory or mid-canopy vegetation community.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Syzygium myhendrae classified as Endangered?
Syzygium myhendrae 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. Syzygium myhendrae faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented and isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional risks to the specialized forest ecosystems this endemic species requires for survival.
Where does Syzygium myhendrae live?
Syzygium myhendrae 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 Syzygium myhendrae?
The main threats to Syzygium myhendrae 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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