VU

Swartzia bahiensis

Declining

Overview

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

Swartzia bahiensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment remaining populations, while selective logging targets mature trees of this and related species for timber extraction.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to the Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of eastern Brazil, occurring in lowland and montane rainforests. It typically grows in primary and well-developed secondary forests with rich, well-drained soils at elevations ranging from sea level to approximately 800 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Swartzia bahiensis classified as Vulnerable?
Swartzia bahiensis 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. Swartzia bahiensis faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. Agricultural expansion, particularly cattle ranching and sugarcane cultivation, has eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to fragment remaining populations, while selective logging targets mature trees of this and related species for timber extraction.
Where does Swartzia bahiensis live?
Swartzia 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 Swartzia bahiensis?
The main threats to Swartzia 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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