CR

Hernandia temarii

Unknown

Overview

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

Hernandia temarii faces severe threats from habitat destruction on its limited range in French Polynesia's Society Islands. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that outcompete native vegetation and alter forest composition. Coastal development and tourism infrastructure have reduced available habitat, while the small population size makes the species extremely susceptible to stochastic events and genetic bottlenecks.

Threat summary

Habitat

Hernandia temarii inhabits coastal and lowland forests on volcanic islands in French Polynesia's Society Islands. The species occurs in native forest remnants and forest edges, typically in areas with well-drained soils and partial canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hernandia temarii classified as Critically Endangered?
Hernandia temarii 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. Hernandia temarii faces severe threats from habitat destruction on its limited range in French Polynesia's Society Islands. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that outcompete native vegetation and alter forest composition. Coastal development and tourism infrastructure have reduced available habitat, while the small population size makes the species extremely susceptible to stochastic events and genetic bottlenecks.
Where does Hernandia temarii live?
Hernandia temarii 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 Hernandia temarii?
The main threats to Hernandia temarii 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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