VU

Virola guggenheimii

Declining

Overview

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

Virola guggenheimii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazonian range, with logging operations targeting both the species itself for timber and clearing surrounding forest for cattle ranching and crop cultivation. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging of mature trees reduces reproductive populations and disrupts forest structure essential for regeneration.

Threat summary

Habitat

This Amazonian tree species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests, typically found in primary forest formations with well-drained soils. It occurs in both terra firme forests and occasionally in transitional zones between different forest types.

Conservation measures underway

Ex-situ conservation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Virola guggenheimii classified as Vulnerable?
Virola guggenheimii 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. Virola guggenheimii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its Amazonian range, with logging operations targeting both the species itself for timber and clearing surrounding forest for cattle ranching and crop cultivation. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while selective logging of mature trees reduces reproductive populations and disrupts forest structure essential for regeneration.
Where does Virola guggenheimii live?
Virola guggenheimii 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 Virola guggenheimii?
The main threats to Virola guggenheimii 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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