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Psychotria marauensis

Declining

Overview

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

Psychotria marauensis faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range on Marau Peninsula, Tahiti. The species is threatened by invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources, while human development and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its already limited habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist forest conditions this endemic coffee family species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic species inhabits moist montane forests on the Marau Peninsula of Tahiti, typically found in understory environments with high humidity and consistent moisture levels. It occurs in native forest remnants at moderate elevations where the coffee family vegetation thrives in the tropical island ecosystem.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Psychotria marauensis classified as Endangered?
Psychotria marauensis 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. Psychotria marauensis faces severe pressure from habitat degradation in its restricted range on Marau Peninsula, Tahiti. The species is threatened by invasive plant species that alter forest composition and compete for resources, while human development and agricultural expansion continue to fragment its already limited habitat. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist forest conditions this endemic coffee family species requires.
Where does Psychotria marauensis live?
Psychotria marauensis 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 Psychotria marauensis?
The main threats to Psychotria marauensis 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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