VU

Antillanthus saugetii

Unknown

Overview

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

Antillanthus saugetii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as coastal development and tourism infrastructure expand across its limited Caribbean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to hurricanes and extreme weather events, which can devastate entire populations in single events. Agricultural conversion and invasive plant species further fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits coastal scrublands and dry limestone forests in the Caribbean, typically growing in rocky crevices and sandy soils near the shoreline. It prefers areas with good drainage and partial shade provided by native shrub communities.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Antillanthus saugetii classified as Vulnerable?
Antillanthus saugetii 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. Antillanthus saugetii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as coastal development and tourism infrastructure expand across its limited Caribbean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to hurricanes and extreme weather events, which can devastate entire populations in single events. Agricultural conversion and invasive plant species further fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Antillanthus saugetii live?
Antillanthus saugetii 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 Antillanthus saugetii?
The main threats to Antillanthus saugetii 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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