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Myrsine rapensis

Declining

Overview

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

Myrsine rapensis faces severe threats from its extremely limited distribution on Rapa Island in French Polynesia, where the entire population is confined to a single location. Invasive plant species compete with native vegetation and alter the island's fragile ecosystem structure. Human activities including agriculture and development pressure continue to reduce available habitat on this small volcanic island.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits the montane forests and scrublands of Rapa Island in the Austral Islands of French Polynesia. It grows in volcanic soils at elevations between 200-650 meters, typically in areas with high humidity and frequent cloud cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Myrsine rapensis classified as Endangered?
Myrsine rapensis 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 rapensis faces severe threats from its extremely limited distribution on Rapa Island in French Polynesia, where the entire population is confined to a single location. Invasive plant species compete with native vegetation and alter the island's fragile ecosystem structure. Human activities including agriculture and development pressure continue to reduce available habitat on this small volcanic island.
Where does Myrsine rapensis live?
Myrsine rapensis 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 rapensis?
The main threats to Myrsine rapensis 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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