VU

Ocotea argylei

Unknown

Overview

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

Ocotea argylei faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and the ongoing development pressures on tropical forest ecosystems in the region. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment remaining populations, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from disturbances.

Threat summary

Habitat

Ocotea argylei inhabits tropical moist forests and montane forest ecosystems in the Caribbean region. The species typically occurs in primary and secondary forest habitats at various elevations, preferring areas with consistent moisture and well-developed canopy cover.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical moist lowland· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ocotea argylei classified as Vulnerable?
Ocotea argylei 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. Ocotea argylei faces significant pressure from deforestation and habitat conversion throughout its limited range in the Caribbean. The species is particularly vulnerable due to its restricted distribution and the ongoing development pressures on tropical forest ecosystems in the region. Agricultural expansion and urban development continue to fragment remaining populations, while the species' slow growth rate limits its ability to recover from disturbances.
Where does Ocotea argylei live?
Ocotea argylei 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 Ocotea argylei?
The main threats to Ocotea argylei 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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