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Geniostoma gagneae

Stable

Overview

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

Geniostoma gagneae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in French Polynesia. Invasive plant species are altering the native forest composition that this endemic species depends upon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and extreme weather events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits native montane forests and forest edges in French Polynesia, typically found in areas with dense canopy cover and rich understory vegetation. It occurs at moderate to high elevations where native plant communities remain relatively intact.

Frequently asked questions

Why is Geniostoma gagneae classified as Endangered?
Geniostoma gagneae is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Geniostoma gagneae faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range in French Polynesia. Invasive plant species are altering the native forest composition that this endemic species depends upon. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and extreme weather events.
Where does Geniostoma gagneae live?
Geniostoma gagneae 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 Geniostoma gagneae?
The main threats to Geniostoma gagneae 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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