VU

Miconia perelegans

Unknown

Overview

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

Miconia perelegans faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further reduce available habitat, while the introduction of invasive plant species alters the understory composition where this endemic shrub naturally occurs.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forest margins at elevations between 400-1,200 meters in the Caribbean. It typically grows in the understory of primary and secondary forests with high moisture levels and rich, well-drained soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia perelegans classified as Vulnerable?
Miconia perelegans 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. Miconia perelegans faces severe pressure from ongoing deforestation and agricultural expansion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, as remaining forest patches become increasingly isolated. Mining activities and urban development further reduce available habitat, while the introduction of invasive plant species alters the understory composition where this endemic shrub naturally occurs.
Where does Miconia perelegans live?
Miconia perelegans 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 perelegans?
The main threats to Miconia perelegans 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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