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Ixora bahiensis

Declining

Overview

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

Ixora bahiensis faces severe pressure from Atlantic Forest fragmentation in Bahia, Brazil, where less than 12% of original forest cover remains. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion continue to reduce and isolate remaining populations. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from habitat degradation and edge effects in forest fragments.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub occurs in the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of Bahia state, Brazil, typically found in humid lowland and montane forest understories. It grows in both primary forest remnants and secondary forest areas with sufficient canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ixora bahiensis classified as Endangered?
Ixora bahiensis 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. Ixora bahiensis faces severe pressure from Atlantic Forest fragmentation in Bahia, Brazil, where less than 12% of original forest cover remains. Urban expansion and agricultural conversion continue to reduce and isolate remaining populations. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to local extinctions from habitat degradation and edge effects in forest fragments.
Where does Ixora bahiensis live?
Ixora bahiensis 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 Ixora bahiensis?
The main threats to Ixora bahiensis 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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