CR

Coprosma velutina

Declining

Overview

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

Coprosma velutina faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. Invasive plant species compete directly with this endemic shrub for resources and space, while browsing by introduced mammals damages regeneration. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the specific moisture conditions this species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Coprosma velutina inhabits montane shrublands and forest margins in humid, well-drained soils at moderate to high elevations. This endemic species typically grows in areas with consistent moisture and partial shade, often associated with native forest edges and rocky outcrops.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Coprosma velutina classified as Critically Endangered?
Coprosma velutina 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. Coprosma velutina faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. Invasive plant species compete directly with this endemic shrub for resources and space, while browsing by introduced mammals damages regeneration. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the specific moisture conditions this species requires.
Where does Coprosma velutina live?
Coprosma velutina 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 Coprosma velutina?
The main threats to Coprosma velutina 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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