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Aspidosperma occidentale

Declining

Overview

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

Aspidosperma occidentale faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Cerrado savanna. Deforestation for soybean cultivation and pasture development has fragmented remaining populations, while selective logging targets this valuable timber species for its high-quality wood used in construction and furniture making.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tree species is endemic to the Cerrado savanna ecosystem of central Brazil, typically found in gallery forests and woodland savannas with well-drained soils. It occurs at elevations between 400-1,200 meters in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons.

Savanna· major

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EN

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aspidosperma occidentale classified as Endangered?
Aspidosperma occidentale 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. Aspidosperma occidentale faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching across its limited range in the Cerrado savanna. Deforestation for soybean cultivation and pasture development has fragmented remaining populations, while selective logging targets this valuable timber species for its high-quality wood used in construction and furniture making.
Where does Aspidosperma occidentale live?
Aspidosperma occidentale 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 Aspidosperma occidentale?
The main threats to Aspidosperma occidentale 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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