Aristolochia baracoensis
CR

Aristolochia baracoensis

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.

Aristolochia baracoensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted Cuban range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban species inhabits tropical dry forests and semi-deciduous woodlands in the Baracoa region of eastern Cuba. It typically grows in limestone-derived soils within fragmented forest patches that experience distinct wet and dry seasons.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Aristolochia baracoensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Aristolochia baracoensis 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. Aristolochia baracoensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its restricted Cuban range. The species' extremely limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Aristolochia baracoensis live?
Aristolochia baracoensis 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 Aristolochia baracoensis?
The main threats to Aristolochia baracoensis 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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