| Citation |
BirdLife International 2016. Crypsirina cucullata . The IUCN Red List of Threatened Species 2016: e.T22705858A94038644. https://dx.doi.org/10.2305/IUCN.UK.2016-3.RLTS.T22705858A94038644.en. Downloaded on 10 February 2020. |
Description |
JUSTIFICATION
This species occurs within a moderately small range and is thought to have a moderately small and fragmented population. It is suspected to be declining as a result of habitat loss, and is therefore considered Near Threatened.
RANGE DESCRIPTION
Crypsirina cucullata is endemic to the dry zone of central Myanmar, on the plains of the Irrawaddy and Sittang Rivers (BirdLife International 2001). It was formerly common, but has declined sharply as a result of habitat loss through agricultural development. However, recent surveys have found it to remain locally common in extensive areas of suitable habitat.
DESCRIPTION
The population size of this species has not been quantified; it is considered common in suitable habitats.
Trend Justification: Recent data are lacking on the status of this species, but observations have suggested a slow to moderate decline in line with habitat loss across its range.
HABITAT AND ECOLOGY
This species occurs in dry dipterocarp forest, dry thornscrub, secondary growth and the edge of agricultural land in the lowlands to 1,000 m.
THREATS
The forests of the Irrawaddy plains are now largely cleared for agriculture, and remaining patches are threatened by further clearance and subsistence logging.
CONSERVATION ACTIONS
Conservation Actions Underway
No targeted conservation actions are known for this species, although some of its habitat is protected.
Conservation Actions Proposed
Conduct repeated surveys within the speciess range to determine current distribution and abundance, as well as assess population trends and rates of habitat loss. Conduct ecological studies to improve understanding of its precise habitat requirements, tolerance of secondary habitats and response to fragmentation. Campaign for the protection of remaining extensive tracts of forest on the Irwaddy plains. |
