VU

Macaranga huahineensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Macaranga huahineensis faces severe pressure from habitat degradation on its native island of Huahine in French Polynesia. The species is threatened by invasive plant species that outcompete native vegetation, urban development expanding into remaining forest areas, and agricultural conversion of lowland habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting the island's fragile ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic tree species inhabits lowland and montane forests on the volcanic island of Huahine in the Society Islands of French Polynesia. It typically grows in humid tropical forest environments at elevations ranging from sea level to mid-elevation slopes, often in areas with rich volcanic soils and consistent moisture.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Macaranga huahineensis classified as Vulnerable?
Macaranga huahineensis 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. Macaranga huahineensis faces severe pressure from habitat degradation on its native island of Huahine in French Polynesia. The species is threatened by invasive plant species that outcompete native vegetation, urban development expanding into remaining forest areas, and agricultural conversion of lowland habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased storm intensity affecting the island's fragile ecosystems.
Where does Macaranga huahineensis live?
Macaranga huahineensis 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 Macaranga huahineensis?
The main threats to Macaranga huahineensis 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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