CR

Pipturus tooviianus

Declining

Overview

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

Pipturus tooviianus faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. Invasive plant species compete directly with this endemic nettle for resources and growing space. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic nettle species inhabits tropical montane forests and forest edges at moderate to high elevations. It typically grows in areas with rich, well-drained soils and partial shade conditions within its native island ecosystem.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pipturus tooviianus classified as Critically Endangered?
Pipturus tooviianus 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. Pipturus tooviianus faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited range. Invasive plant species compete directly with this endemic nettle for resources and growing space. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes and human disturbance.
Where does Pipturus tooviianus live?
Pipturus tooviianus 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 Pipturus tooviianus?
The main threats to Pipturus tooviianus 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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