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Pritchardia forbesiana

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Overview

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

Pritchardia forbesiana faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Hawaiian range. Invasive plant species compete aggressively with native palms for resources, while introduced ungulates like feral pigs damage root systems and seedlings through trampling and rooting behavior. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the species' moisture-dependent reproduction and survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Hawaiian palm inhabits dry to mesic forests and coastal areas on volcanic slopes, typically at elevations between sea level and 600 meters. It grows in well-drained soils among native shrublands and scattered forest remnants, often in areas with seasonal rainfall patterns.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Pritchardia forbesiana classified as Endangered?
Pritchardia forbesiana is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Pritchardia forbesiana faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Hawaiian range. Invasive plant species compete aggressively with native palms for resources, while introduced ungulates like feral pigs damage root systems and seedlings through trampling and rooting behavior. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that affect the species' moisture-dependent reproduction and survival.
Where does Pritchardia forbesiana live?
Pritchardia forbesiana 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 Pritchardia forbesiana?
The main threats to Pritchardia forbesiana 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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