biramule araucaria
VU

biramule araucaria

Araucaria biramulata

Unknown

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Overview

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

Araucaria biramulata faces severe pressure from logging operations targeting its valuable timber, with mature trees being particularly sought after for construction and furniture making. The species' extremely limited range on New Caledonia's ultramafic soils makes it vulnerable to mining activities, particularly nickel extraction which destroys entire forest patches. Invasive plant species and feral pigs further degrade its specialized habitat, while the tree's slow growth rate severely limits natural recovery from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic conifer is restricted to ultramafic soils in the mountainous regions of New Caledonia, typically growing in moist forest environments at elevations between 400-1,200 meters. It occurs in specialized plant communities adapted to the unique mineral composition of serpentine and peridotite substrates.

Other threatened species in Araucariaceae

Bernier's araucariaVU

Bernier's araucaria

Araucaria bernieri

Unknown

Frequently asked questions

Why is biramule araucaria classified as Vulnerable?
biramule araucaria is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Araucaria biramulata faces severe pressure from logging operations targeting its valuable timber, with mature trees being particularly sought after for construction and furniture making. The species' extremely limited range on New Caledonia's ultramafic soils makes it vulnerable to mining activities, particularly nickel extraction which destroys entire forest patches. Invasive plant species and feral pigs further degrade its specialized habitat, while the tree's slow growth rate severely limits natural recovery from disturbances.
Where does biramule araucaria live?
biramule araucaria 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 biramule araucaria?
The main threats to biramule araucaria 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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