CR

Semecarpus ochraceus

Unknown

Overview

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

Semecarpus ochraceus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across increasingly isolated forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while the slow growth rate of this tree species limits its ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

Semecarpus ochraceus inhabits tropical moist deciduous forests and semi-evergreen forests, typically occurring in hilly terrain and forest margins. The species grows in well-drained soils at moderate elevations, often associated with mixed forest communities in regions with distinct wet and dry seasons.

Forest· major

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EN

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Semecarpus ochraceus classified as Critically Endangered?
Semecarpus ochraceus 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. Semecarpus ochraceus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat conversion for agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented across increasingly isolated forest patches. Mining activities and infrastructure development have further reduced available habitat, while the slow growth rate of this tree species limits its ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Semecarpus ochraceus live?
Semecarpus ochraceus 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 ochraceus?
The main threats to Semecarpus ochraceus 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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