VU

Miconia tephrodes

Unknown

Overview

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

Miconia tephrodes 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. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas.

Threat summary

Habitat

Miconia tephrodes inhabits humid montane forests and cloud forest environments in the Caribbean, typically occurring at higher elevations where moisture levels remain consistently high. The species is adapted to the understory and forest edges of these tropical mountain ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Miconia tephrodes classified as Vulnerable?
Miconia tephrodes 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 tephrodes 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. Urban development and infrastructure projects continue to reduce available habitat, while invasive plant species compete for resources in disturbed areas.
Where does Miconia tephrodes live?
Miconia tephrodes 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 tephrodes?
The main threats to Miconia tephrodes 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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