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Urbanodendron bahiense

Declining

Overview

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

Urbanodendron bahiense faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to agricultural expansion and urban development, which have eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid conditions essential for this tree's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits the humid Atlantic Forest (Mata Atlântica) of eastern Brazil, typically found in lowland and montane rainforest environments. It requires well-drained soils and consistent moisture levels characteristic of Brazil's coastal forest ecosystems.

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Urbanodendron bahiense classified as Endangered?
Urbanodendron bahiense 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. Urbanodendron bahiense faces severe pressure from deforestation and habitat fragmentation across its limited range in Brazil's Atlantic Forest region. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to agricultural expansion and urban development, which have eliminated much of its original forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the humid conditions essential for this tree's survival.
Where does Urbanodendron bahiense live?
Urbanodendron bahiense 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 Urbanodendron bahiense?
The main threats to Urbanodendron bahiense 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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