VU

Glochidion rapaense

Declining

Overview

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

Glochidion rapaense faces severe pressure from habitat degradation on its native Rapa Island in French Polynesia. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources. Human activities including agriculture and development on the small island continue to fragment and reduce the remaining native forest habitat essential for this endemic tree's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits the native forests of Rapa Island in the Austral Islands of French Polynesia. It grows in montane forest environments at moderate elevations, forming part of the island's unique and highly restricted endemic flora.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Glochidion rapaense classified as Vulnerable?
Glochidion rapaense 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. Glochidion rapaense faces severe pressure from habitat degradation on its native Rapa Island in French Polynesia. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources. Human activities including agriculture and development on the small island continue to fragment and reduce the remaining native forest habitat essential for this endemic tree's survival.
Where does Glochidion rapaense live?
Glochidion rapaense 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 rapaense?
The main threats to Glochidion rapaense 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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