VU

Wilczekra congolensis

Declining

Overview

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

Wilczekra congolensis faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Mining activities and logging operations have fragmented its forest habitat, while subsistence farming continues to encroach on remaining suitable areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and human disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits lowland tropical rainforests and secondary forest areas in the Democratic Republic of Congo. It typically occurs in areas with dense canopy cover and rich understory vegetation characteristic of Central African forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Wilczekra congolensis classified as Vulnerable?
Wilczekra congolensis 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. Wilczekra congolensis faces significant pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Mining activities and logging operations have fragmented its forest habitat, while subsistence farming continues to encroach on remaining suitable areas. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized habitat destruction and human disturbance.
Where does Wilczekra congolensis live?
Wilczekra congolensis occurs in Congo - Brazzaville, and Congo - Kinshasa. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Wilczekra congolensis?
The main threats to Wilczekra congolensis 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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