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Anastraphia gomezii

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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 gomezii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Cuba. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources and alter the native ecosystem structure. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity, which can damage the specialized habitats this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This Cuban endemic inhabits dry coastal scrublands and rocky limestone outcrops, typically found in areas with well-drained soils and sparse vegetation. The species shows preference for disturbed edges of native forest remnants and secondary growth areas with partial canopy cover.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Anastraphia gomezii classified as Critically Endangered?
Anastraphia gomezii 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. Anastraphia gomezii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in Cuba. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources and alter the native ecosystem structure. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity, which can damage the specialized habitats this endemic species requires.
Where does Anastraphia gomezii live?
Anastraphia gomezii 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 gomezii?
The main threats to Anastraphia gomezii 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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