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Harpalyce alainii

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Overview

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

Harpalyce alainii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited Cuban range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native dry forest habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate ecological balance of its specialized environment.

Threat summary

Habitat

Harpalyce alainii is endemic to dry forests and scrublands of Cuba, typically found in limestone-derived soils with sparse canopy cover. The species thrives in semi-arid environments characterized by seasonal rainfall patterns and well-drained substrates.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Harpalyce alainii classified as Critically Endangered?
Harpalyce alainii 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. Harpalyce alainii faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited Cuban range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native dry forest habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate ecological balance of its specialized environment.
Where does Harpalyce alainii live?
Harpalyce alainii 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 Harpalyce alainii?
The main threats to Harpalyce alainii 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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