CR

Syzygium pascasioii

Declining

Overview

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

Syzygium pascasioii faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Philippines. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, with logging activities and agricultural expansion representing the primary drivers of population decline. Mining operations and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Philippine species inhabits primary and secondary lowland tropical forests, typically occurring in areas with rich, well-drained soils. The species is restricted to specific elevational zones within its native range, showing preference for undisturbed forest canopy environments.

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionEx-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Syzygium pascasioii classified as Critically Endangered?
Syzygium pascasioii 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. Syzygium pascasioii faces severe threats from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Philippines. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, with logging activities and agricultural expansion representing the primary drivers of population decline. Mining operations and infrastructure development further fragment the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs.
Where does Syzygium pascasioii live?
Syzygium pascasioii occurs in Philippines. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Syzygium pascasioii?
The main threats to Syzygium pascasioii 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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