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High quality wood is becoming limited and although it is unlikely that it would become biologically extinct, it is at high risk of becoming locally and commercially extinct. Mature trees are being harvested at what seems an unsustainable rate since only 10-20% of harvestable trees contain timber suitable for export. For more information visit www.globaltrees.org.