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Ixora tahuataensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Ixora tahuataensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation on its native island of Tahuata in the Marquesas Islands. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources and alter the native forest structure. Human activities including agriculture and development pressure continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub occurs in the native montane forests of Tahuata Island in the Marquesas archipelago, typically found in humid forest understory and forest edges at moderate elevations. The species requires the specific microclimate conditions provided by intact native forest ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ixora tahuataensis classified as Endangered?
Ixora tahuataensis 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 tahuataensis faces severe threats from habitat degradation on its native island of Tahuata in the Marquesas Islands. The species' extremely limited range makes it vulnerable to invasive plant species that compete for resources and alter the native forest structure. Human activities including agriculture and development pressure continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Ixora tahuataensis live?
Ixora tahuataensis 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 tahuataensis?
The main threats to Ixora tahuataensis 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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