VU

Semecarpus nigroviridis

Unknown

Overview

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

Semecarpus nigroviridis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Commercial logging and conversion of natural forests to plantations have significantly reduced suitable habitat, while collection for traditional medicinal uses adds additional pressure on wild populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the tropical evergreen and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in southern India. It typically grows in moist, shaded understory conditions at elevations between 500-1200 meters, preferring areas with high humidity and well-drained soils.

Forest· major

Other threatened species in ANACARDIACEAE

VU

Semecarpus pubescens

Unknown
EN

Semecarpus subracemosus

Unknown
VU

Semecarpus calcicola

Stable
VU

Amphipterygium adstringens

Declining

Threatened in Sri Lanka

Indian Star TortoiseVU

Indian Star Tortoise

Geochelone elegans

Declining
EN

Ceylonosticta nietneri

Declining
EN

Lipstick Goby

Sicyopus jonklaasi

Declining
EN

Martenstyni's Barb

Systomus martenstyni

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Semecarpus nigroviridis classified as Vulnerable?
Semecarpus nigroviridis 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. Semecarpus nigroviridis faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Western Ghats of India. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Commercial logging and conversion of natural forests to plantations have significantly reduced suitable habitat, while collection for traditional medicinal uses adds additional pressure on wild populations.
Where does Semecarpus nigroviridis live?
Semecarpus nigroviridis occurs in Sri Lanka. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Semecarpus nigroviridis?
The main threats to Semecarpus nigroviridis 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.

Get weekly conservation intelligence

One short digest a week of the most striking species and country data we ship, plus breaking conservation news paired with our database where it matters.

Free, no spam. One-click unsubscribe in every email.