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Trichilia bullata

Declining

Overview

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

Trichilia bullata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Central and South America. The species' restriction to specific forest types makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further compound these pressures, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture and temperature conditions this tree species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Trichilia bullata inhabits tropical moist forests and cloud forests at elevations between 500-2000 meters. The species typically occurs in primary and secondary forest formations with high humidity and consistent rainfall patterns.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Trichilia bullata classified as Endangered?
Trichilia bullata 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. Trichilia bullata faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Central and South America. The species' restriction to specific forest types makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining populations become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and infrastructure development further compound these pressures, while climate change threatens to alter the moisture and temperature conditions this tree species requires.
Where does Trichilia bullata live?
Trichilia bullata 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 Trichilia bullata?
The main threats to Trichilia bullata 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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