VU

Megastylis paradoxa

Unknown

Overview

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

Megastylis paradoxa faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized threats. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species inhabits specialized microhabitats within tropical forest ecosystems, typically found in areas with specific moisture and substrate conditions. It occurs in limited geographic regions where environmental conditions meet its narrow ecological requirements.

Shrubland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Megastylis paradoxa classified as Vulnerable?
Megastylis paradoxa 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. Megastylis paradoxa faces significant pressure from habitat degradation due to agricultural expansion and urban development within its limited range. The species' specialized ecological requirements make it particularly vulnerable to environmental changes, while its restricted distribution increases extinction risk from localized threats. Collection pressure for the horticultural trade has also contributed to population declines in accessible areas.
Where does Megastylis paradoxa live?
Megastylis paradoxa 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 Megastylis paradoxa?
The main threats to Megastylis paradoxa 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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