CR

Purdiaea shaferi

Unknown

Overview

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

Purdiaea shaferi 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 disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist forest conditions this endemic species requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

Purdiaea shaferi is endemic to Cuba, where it inhabits moist montane forests and forest edges at moderate elevations. The species typically grows in well-drained soils within mixed tropical forest communities that receive consistent moisture throughout the year.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Purdiaea shaferi classified as Critically Endangered?
Purdiaea shaferi 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. Purdiaea shaferi 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 disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the moist forest conditions this endemic species requires.
Where does Purdiaea shaferi live?
Purdiaea shaferi 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 Purdiaea shaferi?
The main threats to Purdiaea shaferi 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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