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Andropogon scabriglumis

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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.

Andropogon scabriglumis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion across its limited range. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded remaining grassland habitats, while altered fire regimes have disrupted the natural burning cycles essential for this grass species' regeneration. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting precipitation patterns in the already fragile ecosystems where this endemic species persists.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic grass species inhabits specialized grassland and savanna ecosystems, typically occurring in well-drained soils at moderate elevations. It thrives in fire-maintained grasslands where periodic burning creates the open conditions necessary for its establishment and competitive advantage over woody vegetation.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Andropogon scabriglumis classified as Endangered?
Andropogon scabriglumis 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. Andropogon scabriglumis faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat conversion for agricultural development and urban expansion across its limited range. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded remaining grassland habitats, while altered fire regimes have disrupted the natural burning cycles essential for this grass species' regeneration. Climate change compounds these pressures by shifting precipitation patterns in the already fragile ecosystems where this endemic species persists.
Where does Andropogon scabriglumis live?
Andropogon scabriglumis 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 Andropogon scabriglumis?
The main threats to Andropogon scabriglumis 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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