VU

Cyrtandra vairiae

Declining

Overview

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

Cyrtandra vairiae faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within French Polynesia's montane forests. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting precipitation patterns and temperature increases that could affect the humid conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits humid montane forests in French Polynesia, typically found in areas with consistent moisture and forest canopy cover. It grows in the understory of native forest ecosystems at higher elevations where conditions remain relatively cool and humid.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyrtandra vairiae classified as Vulnerable?
Cyrtandra vairiae 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. Cyrtandra vairiae faces significant pressure from habitat degradation in its limited range within French Polynesia's montane forests. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources. Climate change poses an additional threat through shifting precipitation patterns and temperature increases that could affect the humid conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Cyrtandra vairiae live?
Cyrtandra vairiae 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 vairiae?
The main threats to Cyrtandra vairiae 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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