VU

Wallenia fawcettii

Unknown

Overview

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

Wallenia fawcettii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited Caribbean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest ecosystems. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required by this tropical tree species.

Threat summary

Habitat

Wallenia fawcettii inhabits moist tropical forests and woodland areas in the Caribbean region, typically growing in well-drained soils at moderate elevations. The species requires consistent moisture levels and partial canopy cover, making it dependent on intact forest ecosystems.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Wallenia fawcettii classified as Vulnerable?
Wallenia fawcettii 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. Wallenia fawcettii faces severe pressure from deforestation and agricultural expansion across its limited Caribbean range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat fragmentation, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its native forest ecosystems. Climate change poses an additional threat through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the delicate moisture balance required by this tropical tree species.
Where does Wallenia fawcettii live?
Wallenia fawcettii 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 Wallenia fawcettii?
The main threats to Wallenia fawcettii 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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