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Cyrtandra mooreaensis

Declining

Overview

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

Cyrtandra mooreaensis faces severe pressure from invasive plant species that outcompete native vegetation and alter forest understory conditions essential for its survival. Habitat degradation from feral ungulates, particularly pigs and goats, damages the fragile montane forest ecosystem through soil erosion and trampling of seedlings. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting precipitation patterns and rising temperatures may push this high-elevation endemic beyond its narrow altitudinal tolerance range.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits the montane cloud forests of Moorea in French Polynesia, typically found in moist, shaded understory environments at elevations between 600-1200 meters. It requires the specific microclimate conditions of these high-elevation forests, including consistent moisture from cloud cover and protection from direct sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyrtandra mooreaensis classified as Endangered?
Cyrtandra mooreaensis 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. Cyrtandra mooreaensis faces severe pressure from invasive plant species that outcompete native vegetation and alter forest understory conditions essential for its survival. Habitat degradation from feral ungulates, particularly pigs and goats, damages the fragile montane forest ecosystem through soil erosion and trampling of seedlings. Climate change poses an additional threat as shifting precipitation patterns and rising temperatures may push this high-elevation endemic beyond its narrow altitudinal tolerance range.
Where does Cyrtandra mooreaensis live?
Cyrtandra mooreaensis 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 Cyrtandra mooreaensis?
The main threats to Cyrtandra mooreaensis 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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