VU

Philonesia pitcairnensis

Unknown

Overview

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

Philonesia pitcairnensis faces severe threats from its extremely restricted range on Pitcairn Island, making it vulnerable to habitat degradation and invasive species. The introduction of non-native plants and animals has altered the island's ecosystem, while human activities and development pressure threaten the limited suitable habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through potential shifts in precipitation patterns and extreme weather events that could devastate the small population.

Threat summary

Habitat

This species is endemic to Pitcairn Island in the South Pacific, where it inhabits native forest remnants and scrubland areas. It requires specific microhabitat conditions found only in the island's limited terrestrial ecosystems.

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Helicarion rubicundus

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Philonesia pitcairnensis classified as Vulnerable?
Philonesia pitcairnensis 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. Philonesia pitcairnensis faces severe threats from its extremely restricted range on Pitcairn Island, making it vulnerable to habitat degradation and invasive species. The introduction of non-native plants and animals has altered the island's ecosystem, while human activities and development pressure threaten the limited suitable habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through potential shifts in precipitation patterns and extreme weather events that could devastate the small population.
Where does Philonesia pitcairnensis live?
Philonesia pitcairnensis 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 Philonesia pitcairnensis?
The main threats to Philonesia pitcairnensis 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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