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Miconia fosbergii

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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.

Miconia fosbergii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native cloud forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized montane habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture and temperature conditions essential for this cloud forest endemic.

Threat summary

Habitat

Miconia fosbergii is endemic to cloud forests in the Caribbean, typically found in moist montane environments between 800-1200 meters elevation. The species requires the consistent moisture and moderate temperatures characteristic of these specialized high-altitude tropical ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia fosbergii classified as Endangered?
Miconia fosbergii 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. Miconia fosbergii faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as its native cloud forest ecosystems are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' extremely limited range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized montane habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture and temperature conditions essential for this cloud forest endemic.
Where does Miconia fosbergii live?
Miconia fosbergii 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 Miconia fosbergii?
The main threats to Miconia fosbergii 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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