CR

Feddea cubensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Feddea cubensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Cuban range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Invasive plant species are increasingly competing with native vegetation that this endemic species depends upon for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Feddea cubensis is endemic to Cuba, where it inhabits specialized microhabitats within tropical dry forests and limestone karst formations. The species requires specific soil conditions and moisture levels found in these fragmented forest remnants.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Feddea cubensis classified as Critically Endangered?
Feddea cubensis 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. Feddea cubensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Cuban range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Invasive plant species are increasingly competing with native vegetation that this endemic species depends upon for survival.
Where does Feddea cubensis live?
Feddea cubensis 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 Feddea cubensis?
The main threats to Feddea cubensis 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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