VU

Senna gundlachii

Unknown

Overview

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

Senna gundlachii faces severe pressure from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Cuban range, with coastal habitat conversion being particularly damaging to remaining populations. The species' restricted distribution makes it highly vulnerable to localized threats, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native dry forest and scrubland habitats. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased hurricane intensity affecting the Caribbean region.

Threat summary

Habitat

Senna gundlachii inhabits dry coastal forests, scrublands, and rocky limestone areas in Cuba, typically growing in well-drained soils at low to moderate elevations. The species is adapted to the semi-arid conditions of Cuba's coastal regions, where it occurs in fragmented patches of native vegetation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Senna gundlachii classified as Vulnerable?
Senna gundlachii 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. Senna gundlachii faces severe pressure from urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited Cuban range, with coastal habitat conversion being particularly damaging to remaining populations. The species' restricted distribution makes it highly vulnerable to localized threats, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native dry forest and scrubland habitats. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased hurricane intensity affecting the Caribbean region.
Where does Senna gundlachii live?
Senna gundlachii 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 Senna gundlachii?
The main threats to Senna gundlachii 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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