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Ixora raivavaensis

Declining

Overview

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

Ixora raivavaensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation on its native island of Raivavae in French Polynesia. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources and alter native forest composition. Human activities including development and agricultural expansion continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub occurs in the native forests and forest margins of Raivavae island in the Austral Islands archipelago. It typically grows in humid, mountainous terrain with well-drained volcanic soils at moderate elevations.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ixora raivavaensis classified as Endangered?
Ixora raivavaensis 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. Ixora raivavaensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation on its native island of Raivavae in French Polynesia. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources and alter native forest composition. Human activities including development and agricultural expansion continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Ixora raivavaensis live?
Ixora raivavaensis 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 Ixora raivavaensis?
The main threats to Ixora raivavaensis 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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