VU

Schinopsis haenkeana

Unknown

Overview

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

Schinopsis haenkeana faces severe pressure from extensive logging operations targeting its extremely valuable hardwood, which is prized for construction and furniture making throughout South America. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching, has converted large portions of its native dry forest habitat into pastureland. The species' slow growth rate and limited regeneration capacity make recovery from harvesting particularly challenging, while fragmentation of remaining forest patches reduces genetic diversity and reproductive success.

Threat summary

Habitat

Schinopsis haenkeana inhabits dry forests and woodlands of the Gran Chaco region, thriving in semi-arid environments with well-drained soils. The species is adapted to areas with pronounced dry seasons and can tolerate drought conditions, typically growing in association with other drought-resistant tree species in the Chaco ecosystem.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Schinopsis haenkeana classified as Vulnerable?
Schinopsis haenkeana 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. Schinopsis haenkeana faces severe pressure from extensive logging operations targeting its extremely valuable hardwood, which is prized for construction and furniture making throughout South America. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching, has converted large portions of its native dry forest habitat into pastureland. The species' slow growth rate and limited regeneration capacity make recovery from harvesting particularly challenging, while fragmentation of remaining forest patches reduces genetic diversity and reproductive success.
Where does Schinopsis haenkeana live?
Schinopsis haenkeana occurs in Argentina. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Schinopsis haenkeana?
The main threats to Schinopsis haenkeana 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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