CR

Dalbergia simpsonii

Unknown

Overview

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

Dalbergia simpsonii faces severe pressure from illegal logging and timber harvesting, as this rosewood species is highly valued for its dense, durable wood used in furniture and musical instruments. Habitat fragmentation from agricultural expansion and urban development has reduced available forest areas, while the species' slow growth rate makes population recovery particularly challenging. Climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns affecting the dry forests where this species naturally occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

Dalbergia simpsonii inhabits dry deciduous forests and woodland savannas, typically growing in well-drained soils at elevations ranging from lowlands to moderate hills. The species thrives in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons, often found along forest edges and in secondary growth areas recovering from disturbance.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Dalbergia simpsonii classified as Critically Endangered?
Dalbergia simpsonii is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Dalbergia simpsonii faces severe pressure from illegal logging and timber harvesting, as this rosewood species is highly valued for its dense, durable wood used in furniture and musical instruments. Habitat fragmentation from agricultural expansion and urban development has reduced available forest areas, while the species' slow growth rate makes population recovery particularly challenging. Climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns affecting the dry forests where this species naturally occurs.
Where does Dalbergia simpsonii live?
Dalbergia simpsonii 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 Dalbergia simpsonii?
The main threats to Dalbergia simpsonii 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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