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Chaptalia nipensis

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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.

Chaptalia nipensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. Mining operations in the region pose additional threats through habitat degradation and soil contamination. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its remaining habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban plant species inhabits montane forests and forest edges in the Sierra Maestra mountain range. It typically grows in humid, shaded environments with well-drained soils at elevations between 800-1,200 meters.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Chaptalia nipensis classified as Endangered?
Chaptalia nipensis 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. Chaptalia nipensis faces severe pressure from agricultural expansion and cattle ranching activities that fragment and destroy its native habitat. Mining operations in the region pose additional threats through habitat degradation and soil contamination. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its remaining habitat patches.
Where does Chaptalia nipensis live?
Chaptalia nipensis 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 Chaptalia nipensis?
The main threats to Chaptalia nipensis 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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