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Myrsine bissei

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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.

Myrsine bissei faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Cuba's montane forests 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 cloud forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture regimes essential for this endemic shrub's survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Myrsine bissei is endemic to the montane cloud forests of Cuba's Sierra Maestra, typically found at elevations between 800-1,200 meters. The species thrives in humid, mist-shrouded environments with well-drained soils and consistent moisture from cloud cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrsine bissei classified as Endangered?
Myrsine bissei 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. Myrsine bissei faces severe pressure from habitat destruction as Cuba's montane forests 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 cloud forest habitat. Climate change poses an additional threat by altering the moisture regimes essential for this endemic shrub's survival.
Where does Myrsine bissei live?
Myrsine bissei 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 Myrsine bissei?
The main threats to Myrsine bissei 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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