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Trichilia discolor

Unknown

Overview

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

Trichilia discolor faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Central and South America. The species' preference for primary and mature secondary forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and land conversion for cattle ranching and crop cultivation. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration potential.

Threat summary

Habitat

Trichilia discolor inhabits tropical moist forests, particularly primary and mature secondary forests in lowland and montane regions. The species typically occurs in well-drained soils within the forest understory and canopy gaps, ranging from sea level to approximately 1,500 meters elevation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Trichilia discolor classified as Endangered?
Trichilia discolor 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 discolor faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Central and South America. The species' preference for primary and mature secondary forests makes it particularly vulnerable to logging operations and land conversion for cattle ranching and crop cultivation. Habitat fragmentation has isolated remaining populations, reducing genetic diversity and limiting natural regeneration potential.
Where does Trichilia discolor live?
Trichilia discolor 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 discolor?
The main threats to Trichilia discolor 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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