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Casearia kaalaensis

Declining

Overview

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

Casearia kaalaensis faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented by human activities. Invasive plant species and altered fire regimes further compromise the integrity of its native forest ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub species inhabits the montane evergreen forests and shola grassland ecosystems of the Western Ghats in southern India. It typically occurs at elevations between 1,200-2,000 meters in areas with high rainfall and cool temperatures.

Shrubland· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recoveryEx-situ conservationLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Casearia kaalaensis classified as Endangered?
Casearia kaalaensis 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. Casearia kaalaensis faces severe habitat degradation from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Western Ghats. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, with remaining populations fragmented by human activities. Invasive plant species and altered fire regimes further compromise the integrity of its native forest ecosystems.
Where does Casearia kaalaensis live?
Casearia kaalaensis occurs in New Caledonia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Casearia kaalaensis?
The main threats to Casearia kaalaensis 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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