VU

Syzygium wolfii

Unknown

Overview

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

Syzygium wolfii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation across its limited range in tropical rainforest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion and logging activities have reduced the quality and connectivity of its forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks to the specific microclimatic conditions it requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Syzygium wolfii inhabits tropical rainforest environments, typically occurring in primary and secondary forest areas with high humidity and stable temperatures. The species is associated with lowland to montane forest ecosystems where it grows as part of the understory or canopy vegetation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Syzygium wolfii classified as Vulnerable?
Syzygium wolfii 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. Syzygium wolfii faces significant pressure from habitat degradation and fragmentation across its limited range in tropical rainforest ecosystems. Agricultural expansion and logging activities have reduced the quality and connectivity of its forest habitat. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while climate change poses additional risks to the specific microclimatic conditions it requires for survival.
Where does Syzygium wolfii live?
Syzygium wolfii 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 wolfii?
The main threats to Syzygium wolfii 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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