VU

Myrcia borhidii

Unknown

Overview

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

Myrcia borhidii faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as Cuba's remaining natural forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest understory. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid forest conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Myrcia borhidii is endemic to Cuba where it inhabits humid montane forests and forest edges at moderate elevations. The species typically grows in the understory of well-preserved tropical forests with consistent moisture levels.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrcia borhidii classified as Vulnerable?
Myrcia borhidii 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. Myrcia borhidii faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as Cuba's remaining natural forests are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest understory. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the humid forest conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Myrcia borhidii live?
Myrcia borhidii 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 Myrcia borhidii?
The main threats to Myrcia borhidii 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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