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Lantana buchii

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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.

Lantana buchii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Lantana buchii inhabits tropical dry forests and scrublands, typically found in areas with well-drained soils and seasonal rainfall patterns. The species occurs in both primary and secondary forest edges, often in disturbed habitats that maintain adequate canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Lantana buchii classified as Endangered?
Lantana buchii 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. Lantana buchii faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Lantana buchii live?
Lantana buchii 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 Lantana buchii?
The main threats to Lantana buchii 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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