CR

Pavonia spectabilis

Declining

Overview

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

Pavonia spectabilis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Pavonia spectabilis inhabits specific microhabitats within tropical dry forests and woodland edges, typically in areas with well-drained soils and partial shade. The species shows preference for disturbed forest margins and secondary growth areas where it can establish in gaps between larger vegetation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pavonia spectabilis classified as Critically Endangered?
Pavonia spectabilis is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Pavonia spectabilis faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native habitat. Climate change poses additional pressure through altered precipitation patterns affecting the specific microhabitat conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Pavonia spectabilis live?
Pavonia spectabilis 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 Pavonia spectabilis?
The main threats to Pavonia spectabilis 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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