VU

Leichhardtia dognyensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Leichhardtia dognyensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in New Caledonia. Mining activities, particularly nickel extraction, pose additional threats through direct habitat destruction and soil contamination. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and extreme weather events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic New Caledonian plant species inhabits dry sclerophyll forests and shrublands on ultramafic soils. It typically occurs in areas with well-drained, mineral-rich substrates characteristic of the island's unique geological formations.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionSpecies recoveryLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Leichhardtia dognyensis classified as Vulnerable?
Leichhardtia dognyensis is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Leichhardtia dognyensis faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range in New Caledonia. Mining activities, particularly nickel extraction, pose additional threats through direct habitat destruction and soil contamination. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances and extreme weather events.
Where does Leichhardtia dognyensis live?
Leichhardtia dognyensis occurs in New Caledonia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Leichhardtia dognyensis?
The main threats to Leichhardtia dognyensis 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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