CRCritically Endangered

Ekmanochloa subaphylla

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Overview

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

Ekmanochloa subaphylla faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native grassland habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required for this grass species' survival.
Threat summary

Habitat

Ekmanochloa subaphylla inhabits tropical grasslands and open savannas in the Caribbean region, typically growing in well-drained soils with seasonal moisture availability. The species is adapted to disturbed or semi-natural grassland environments where it forms part of the native grass community.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ekmanochloa subaphylla classified as Critically Endangered?

Ekmanochloa subaphylla 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. Ekmanochloa subaphylla faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native grassland habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required for this grass species' survival.

Where does Ekmanochloa subaphylla live?

Ekmanochloa subaphylla 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 Ekmanochloa subaphylla?

The main threats to Ekmanochloa subaphylla 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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