Hispaniola palmetto
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Hispaniola palmetto

Sabal domingensis

Unknown

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Overview

Sabal domingensis, the Hispaniola palmetto, is a species of palm which is native to Hispaniola and Cuba.

The Hispaniola palmetto faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion, urban development, and deforestation across its limited range on Hispaniola. Additional pressures from harvesting for construction materials and ornamental use, combined with the species' naturally restricted distribution, have pushed it to endangered status.

Threat summary

Habitat

Sabal domingensis is found from northwest Haiti to the central Dominican Republic on Hispaniola, and is also present in Cuba. It is usually found in secondary vegetation between above sea level.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Hispaniola palmetto classified as Endangered?
Hispaniola palmetto 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. The Hispaniola palmetto faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion, urban development, and deforestation across its limited range on Hispaniola. Additional pressures from harvesting for construction materials and ornamental use, combined with the species' naturally restricted distribution, have pushed it to endangered status.
Where does Hispaniola palmetto live?
Hispaniola palmetto occurs in Belgium, China, Costa Rica, Cuba, Dominican Republic, and Haiti (plus 2 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Hispaniola palmetto?
The main threats to Hispaniola palmetto 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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