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Aralia bahiana

Declining

Overview

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

Aralia bahiana faces severe pressure from Atlantic Forest fragmentation, with its restricted range in Bahia, Brazil making it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion for agriculture and urban development. The species' limited distribution and small population size amplify the impact of any habitat disturbance, while climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns in its montane forest environment.

Threat summary

Habitat

Aralia bahiana is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of Bahia, Brazil, where it inhabits humid montane forests at elevations between 800-1,200 meters. The species requires well-preserved forest understory conditions with high humidity and stable temperatures typical of Brazil's endangered Atlantic Forest ecosystem.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aralia bahiana classified as Endangered?
Aralia bahiana is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Aralia bahiana faces severe pressure from Atlantic Forest fragmentation, with its restricted range in Bahia, Brazil making it particularly vulnerable to habitat conversion for agriculture and urban development. The species' limited distribution and small population size amplify the impact of any habitat disturbance, while climate change poses additional stress through altered precipitation patterns in its montane forest environment.
Where does Aralia bahiana live?
Aralia bahiana 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 Aralia bahiana?
The main threats to Aralia bahiana 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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