Station 9
Endangered species
The Cocobolo (Dalbergia retusa) is characterized for its fine, hard and extremely heavy wood that is used to prepare handcrafts, furniture and other articles. For the intensive use of its wood throw the time, this tree has become an endangered species. If you look at the bark of the tree, you will notice that it is very rough and it has a metallic gray color.
Image Credits: Laura Cruz Lobo.