CR

Phania cajalbanica

Unknown

Overview

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

Phania cajalbanica faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited Cuban range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to Cuba and occupies specific microhabitats within the island's terrestrial ecosystems. It appears to be restricted to particular soil types or vegetation communities that provide the precise environmental conditions required for its survival.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Phania cajalbanica classified as Critically Endangered?
Phania cajalbanica 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. Phania cajalbanica faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development in its limited Cuban range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human activities. Mining operations and infrastructure development pose additional pressures on the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Phania cajalbanica live?
Phania cajalbanica 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 Phania cajalbanica?
The main threats to Phania cajalbanica 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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