CR

Adiantopsis vincentii

Unknown

Overview

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

Adiantopsis vincentii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to volcanic activity and human development on St. Vincent. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to catastrophic events, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized montane habitat. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic fern species inhabits montane forests and rocky slopes in the volcanic highlands of St. Vincent island. It typically grows in shaded, humid microhabitats among moss-covered rocks and forest understory vegetation at elevations between 600-1000 meters.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Adiantopsis vincentii classified as Critically Endangered?
Adiantopsis vincentii is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Adiantopsis vincentii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to volcanic activity and human development on St. Vincent. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to catastrophic events, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized montane habitat. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat areas.
Where does Adiantopsis vincentii live?
Adiantopsis vincentii 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 Adiantopsis vincentii?
The main threats to Adiantopsis vincentii 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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