VU

Daphnopsis oblongifolia

Unknown

Overview

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

Daphnopsis oblongifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the small population size increases extinction risk from stochastic events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits montane and submontane forests in the Caribbean, typically found in humid tropical forest environments at moderate elevations. It grows in the understory and forest edges of these specialized ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Daphnopsis oblongifolia classified as Vulnerable?
Daphnopsis oblongifolia 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. Daphnopsis oblongifolia faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while the small population size increases extinction risk from stochastic events.
Where does Daphnopsis oblongifolia live?
Daphnopsis oblongifolia 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 Daphnopsis oblongifolia?
The main threats to Daphnopsis oblongifolia 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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