VU

Macrolobium taylorii

Unknown

Overview

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

Macrolobium taylorii faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in West African rainforests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for cocoa and palm oil plantations, has fragmented its forest habitat and reduced population connectivity. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species have further degraded the canopy structure essential for this tree species' survival and reproduction.

Threat summary

Habitat

Macrolobium taylorii is endemic to lowland tropical rainforests of West Africa, typically occurring in primary and mature secondary forest formations. The species thrives in humid forest environments with well-drained soils and dense canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Macrolobium taylorii classified as Vulnerable?
Macrolobium taylorii 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. Macrolobium taylorii faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in West African rainforests. Agricultural expansion, particularly for cocoa and palm oil plantations, has fragmented its forest habitat and reduced population connectivity. Logging operations targeting valuable timber species have further degraded the canopy structure essential for this tree species' survival and reproduction.
Where does Macrolobium taylorii live?
Macrolobium taylorii 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 Macrolobium taylorii?
The main threats to Macrolobium taylorii 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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