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Ternstroemia moaensis

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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.

Ternstroemia moaensis faces severe habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion in its limited Cuban range. Mining activities and urban development have further fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats and extreme weather events.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Cuban tree species inhabits montane forests and woodland areas in the Sierra Maestra mountain range. It typically grows in humid, well-drained soils at elevations between 400-1,200 meters above sea level.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Ternstroemia moaensis classified as Endangered?
Ternstroemia moaensis 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. Ternstroemia moaensis faces severe habitat loss due to deforestation and agricultural expansion in its limited Cuban range. Mining activities and urban development have further fragmented the remaining forest patches where this endemic tree species occurs. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats and extreme weather events.
Where does Ternstroemia moaensis live?
Ternstroemia moaensis 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 Ternstroemia moaensis?
The main threats to Ternstroemia moaensis 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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