VU

Allophylus roigii

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Overview

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

Allophylus roigii faces significant pressure from habitat destruction and fragmentation across its limited range in the Caribbean. Urban development and agricultural expansion have reduced available forest habitat, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its native ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits tropical dry forests and semi-deciduous woodlands in the Caribbean region. It typically occurs in coastal and lowland areas where it grows as part of the native forest understory and edge communities.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Allophylus roigii classified as Vulnerable?
Allophylus roigii 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. Allophylus roigii faces significant pressure from habitat destruction and fragmentation across its limited range in the Caribbean. Urban development and agricultural expansion have reduced available forest habitat, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting its native ecosystems.
Where does Allophylus roigii live?
Allophylus roigii occurs in Cuba. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Allophylus roigii?
The main threats to Allophylus roigii 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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