VU

Delarbrea balansae

Unknown

Overview

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

Delarbrea balansae faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as New Caledonia's unique dry forests are cleared for agriculture, mining operations, and urban development. The species' restricted range on the main island makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native sclerophyll forest habitat. Fire regimes altered by human activity pose an additional threat to remaining populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Delarbrea balansae is endemic to New Caledonia, where it inhabits dry sclerophyll forests and woodland areas on ultramafic soils. The species typically occurs in open forest formations characterized by drought-adapted vegetation communities unique to the island's distinctive geological substrate.

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Myodocarpus angustialatus

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Delarbrea balansae classified as Vulnerable?
Delarbrea balansae 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. Delarbrea balansae faces significant pressure from habitat destruction as New Caledonia's unique dry forests are cleared for agriculture, mining operations, and urban development. The species' restricted range on the main island makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native sclerophyll forest habitat. Fire regimes altered by human activity pose an additional threat to remaining populations.
Where does Delarbrea balansae live?
Delarbrea balansae 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 Delarbrea balansae?
The main threats to Delarbrea balansae 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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