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Callicarpa gibaroana

Unknown

Overview

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

Callicarpa gibaroana faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion in Puerto Rico's remaining forest fragments. Urban development and agricultural expansion continue to reduce the species' already limited range, while invasive plant species compete for resources in degraded habitats. The species' restricted distribution to a few locations makes it extremely vulnerable to localized disturbances and environmental changes.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub occurs in Puerto Rico's moist limestone forests and secondary forest areas, typically growing in understory conditions. It is restricted to specific geological formations and forest types within its limited range on the island.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Callicarpa gibaroana classified as Critically Endangered?
Callicarpa gibaroana 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. Callicarpa gibaroana faces severe threats from ongoing deforestation and habitat conversion in Puerto Rico's remaining forest fragments. Urban development and agricultural expansion continue to reduce the species' already limited range, while invasive plant species compete for resources in degraded habitats. The species' restricted distribution to a few locations makes it extremely vulnerable to localized disturbances and environmental changes.
Where does Callicarpa gibaroana live?
Callicarpa gibaroana 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 Callicarpa gibaroana?
The main threats to Callicarpa gibaroana 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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