VU

Agave nayaritensis

Stable

Overview

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

Agave nayaritensis faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as its native dry forests and scrublands are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range in Nayarit, Mexico makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while collection for ornamental trade and traditional uses further reduces wild populations. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by altering precipitation patterns in its already arid habitat.

Threat summary

Habitat

Agave nayaritensis inhabits dry tropical forests and thornscrub vegetation in the Sierra Madre Occidental of Nayarit, Mexico. The species grows on rocky slopes and canyon walls at elevations between 400-1,200 meters, preferring well-drained soils in areas with distinct wet and dry seasons.

Forest· majorForest - Subtropical/tropical dry· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Species recovery

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Declining

Frequently asked questions

Why is Agave nayaritensis classified as Vulnerable?
Agave nayaritensis 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. Agave nayaritensis faces significant pressure from habitat conversion as its native dry forests and scrublands are cleared for agriculture and urban development. The species' restricted range in Nayarit, Mexico makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats, while collection for ornamental trade and traditional uses further reduces wild populations. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat by altering precipitation patterns in its already arid habitat.
Where does Agave nayaritensis live?
Agave nayaritensis 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 Agave nayaritensis?
The main threats to Agave nayaritensis 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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