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Swartzia alagoensis

Declining

Overview

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

Swartzia alagoensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range in Alagoas state. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic leguminous tree occurs exclusively in remnant Atlantic Forest fragments within Alagoas state, Brazil. It inhabits humid lowland and submontane forests, typically growing in well-drained soils within the highly threatened Mata Atlântica biome.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Swartzia alagoensis classified as Endangered?
Swartzia alagoensis 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. Swartzia alagoensis faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and habitat fragmentation within Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, continues to reduce the species' already limited range in Alagoas state. Urban development and infrastructure projects further fragment remaining forest patches, isolating populations and reducing genetic diversity.
Where does Swartzia alagoensis live?
Swartzia alagoensis 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 Swartzia alagoensis?
The main threats to Swartzia alagoensis 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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