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Glochidion hivaoaense

Declining

Overview

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

Glochidion hivaoaense faces severe threats from habitat destruction on its native island of Hiva Oa in the Marquesas Islands. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources. Feral ungulates, particularly goats and pigs, damage the understory vegetation where this endemic shrub grows, while human development pressures continue to fragment its already restricted habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits the mesic forests and forest margins of Hiva Oa island in the Marquesas archipelago. It grows in understory and edge habitats within native Polynesian forest ecosystems at moderate elevations.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Glochidion hivaoaense classified as Endangered?
Glochidion hivaoaense 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. Glochidion hivaoaense faces severe threats from habitat destruction on its native island of Hiva Oa in the Marquesas Islands. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources. Feral ungulates, particularly goats and pigs, damage the understory vegetation where this endemic shrub grows, while human development pressures continue to fragment its already restricted habitat.
Where does Glochidion hivaoaense live?
Glochidion hivaoaense 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 Glochidion hivaoaense?
The main threats to Glochidion hivaoaense 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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