VU

Salmon White Gum

Eucalyptus lanepoolei

Unknown

Overview

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

Eucalyptus lanepoolei faces significant pressure from land clearing for agricultural development and urban expansion across its limited range in Western Australia. Mining activities, particularly bauxite extraction, pose additional threats to remaining populations. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation and edge effects from surrounding cleared land.

Threat summary

Habitat

This eucalyptus species occurs in open woodland and shrubland communities on lateritic soils in the jarrah forest region of southwestern Western Australia. It typically grows on well-drained slopes and ridges in areas receiving moderate rainfall.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Salmon White Gum classified as Vulnerable?
Salmon White Gum 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. Eucalyptus lanepoolei faces significant pressure from land clearing for agricultural development and urban expansion across its limited range in Western Australia. Mining activities, particularly bauxite extraction, pose additional threats to remaining populations. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation and edge effects from surrounding cleared land.
Where does Salmon White Gum live?
Salmon White Gum 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 Salmon White Gum?
The main threats to Salmon White Gum 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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