CR

Grevillea vuniana

Declining

Overview

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

Grevillea vuniana faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species is particularly vulnerable to fire regime changes, as inappropriate burning practices can eliminate mature plants before they reach reproductive maturity. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining fragmented populations.

Threat summary

Habitat

Grevillea vuniana occurs in open eucalyptus woodland and heathland communities on sandy soils. The species is typically found on gentle slopes and flats in areas with well-drained substrates and seasonal moisture availability.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Grevillea vuniana classified as Critically Endangered?
Grevillea vuniana 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. Grevillea vuniana faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species is particularly vulnerable to fire regime changes, as inappropriate burning practices can eliminate mature plants before they reach reproductive maturity. Mining activities and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining fragmented populations.
Where does Grevillea vuniana live?
Grevillea vuniana occurs in New Caledonia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Grevillea vuniana?
The main threats to Grevillea vuniana 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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