CR

Machaerium androvillosum

Declining

Overview

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

Machaerium androvillosum faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation across Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging pressure as its valuable hardwood timber makes it a target for commercial exploitation. Agricultural expansion and slash-and-burn practices have further reduced its already limited range, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements make natural recovery extremely difficult.

Threat summary

Habitat

This leguminous tree species is endemic to Madagascar's eastern humid forests, typically found in primary and secondary rainforest ecosystems at elevations between 800-1,200 meters. It grows in well-drained soils within the montane forest zones where it forms part of the diverse canopy structure.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Machaerium androvillosum classified as Critically Endangered?
Machaerium androvillosum 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. Machaerium androvillosum faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation across Madagascar's eastern rainforests. The species is particularly vulnerable to selective logging pressure as its valuable hardwood timber makes it a target for commercial exploitation. Agricultural expansion and slash-and-burn practices have further reduced its already limited range, while the species' slow growth rate and specific ecological requirements make natural recovery extremely difficult.
Where does Machaerium androvillosum live?
Machaerium androvillosum 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 Machaerium androvillosum?
The main threats to Machaerium androvillosum 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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