VU

Semecarpus moonii

Unknown

Overview

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

Semecarpus moonii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. Agricultural expansion and urban development have fragmented its forest habitat, while selective logging targets mature trees of this economically valuable species. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moist forest conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits moist deciduous and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats, typically occurring at elevations between 500-1200 meters. It requires well-drained soils and adequate rainfall, thriving in the humid microclimate of intact forest canopies.

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Semecarpus pubescens

Unknown
EN

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Semecarpus calcicola

Stable
VU

Amphipterygium adstringens

Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Semecarpus moonii classified as Vulnerable?
Semecarpus moonii 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. Semecarpus moonii faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion in its limited range within the Western Ghats biodiversity hotspot. Agricultural expansion and urban development have fragmented its forest habitat, while selective logging targets mature trees of this economically valuable species. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns affecting the moist forest conditions this species requires.
Where does Semecarpus moonii live?
Semecarpus moonii 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 Semecarpus moonii?
The main threats to Semecarpus moonii 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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