CR

Semecarpus pseudoemarginatus

Unknown

Overview

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

Semecarpus pseudoemarginatus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Western Ghats. Agricultural expansion and urban development have eliminated much of its natural forest habitat, while selective logging targets mature trees of this species for timber. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in small forest fragments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the tropical evergreen and semi-evergreen forests of the Western Ghats in India. It typically grows in moist, shaded understory conditions at elevations between 500-1200 meters, preferring well-drained soils in areas with high annual rainfall.

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EN

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VU

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Semecarpus pseudoemarginatus classified as Critically Endangered?
Semecarpus pseudoemarginatus 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 pseudoemarginatus faces severe population decline primarily due to extensive deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in the Western Ghats. Agricultural expansion and urban development have eliminated much of its natural forest habitat, while selective logging targets mature trees of this species for timber. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations increasingly isolated in small forest fragments.
Where does Semecarpus pseudoemarginatus live?
Semecarpus pseudoemarginatus 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 pseudoemarginatus?
The main threats to Semecarpus pseudoemarginatus 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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