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Schinopsis peruviana

Declining

Overview

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

Schinopsis peruviana faces severe pressure from overexploitation for its extremely hard, durable wood, which is highly valued for construction and furniture making. Habitat conversion for agriculture and livestock grazing has fragmented the remaining dry forest populations across Peru's northern coastal regions. The species' slow growth rate and limited regeneration capacity make recovery particularly challenging once populations are depleted.

Threat summary

Habitat

This tree species inhabits dry forests and scrublands of Peru's northern coastal regions, particularly in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns. It grows in well-drained soils of arid and semi-arid zones, often forming part of the distinctive dry forest ecosystems that characterize Peru's northwestern departments.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Schinopsis peruviana classified as Endangered?
Schinopsis peruviana is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Schinopsis peruviana faces severe pressure from overexploitation for its extremely hard, durable wood, which is highly valued for construction and furniture making. Habitat conversion for agriculture and livestock grazing has fragmented the remaining dry forest populations across Peru's northern coastal regions. The species' slow growth rate and limited regeneration capacity make recovery particularly challenging once populations are depleted.
Where does Schinopsis peruviana live?
Schinopsis peruviana 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 Schinopsis peruviana?
The main threats to Schinopsis peruviana 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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