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Mosiera yamaniguensis

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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.

Mosiera yamaniguensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range in eastern Cuba. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist forest conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban species inhabits moist montane forests and forest edges in the Sierra Maestra mountains of eastern Cuba. It typically grows in humid, shaded environments at moderate elevations where it benefits from consistent moisture and protection from direct sunlight.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Mosiera yamaniguensis classified as Endangered?
Mosiera yamaniguensis 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. Mosiera yamaniguensis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range in eastern Cuba. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist forest conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Mosiera yamaniguensis live?
Mosiera yamaniguensis 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 Mosiera yamaniguensis?
The main threats to Mosiera yamaniguensis 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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