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Anastraphia ekmanii

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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.

Anastraphia ekmanii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as coastal development and agricultural expansion fragment its limited range in the Dominican Republic. The species' restriction to specific limestone substrates makes it particularly vulnerable to quarrying activities and infrastructure development. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate moisture balance required by this endemic plant.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits dry limestone hills and coastal areas of the Dominican Republic, typically growing on rocky outcrops and calcareous soils. It occurs in xerophytic scrubland and semi-arid environments where it has adapted to harsh conditions with limited water availability.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Anastraphia ekmanii classified as Endangered?
Anastraphia ekmanii 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. Anastraphia ekmanii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as coastal development and agricultural expansion fragment its limited range in the Dominican Republic. The species' restriction to specific limestone substrates makes it particularly vulnerable to quarrying activities and infrastructure development. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate moisture balance required by this endemic plant.
Where does Anastraphia ekmanii live?
Anastraphia ekmanii 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 Anastraphia ekmanii?
The main threats to Anastraphia ekmanii 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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