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Argyranthemum thalassophilum

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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.

Argyranthemum thalassophilum faces severe threats from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion along its native Canary Islands shorelines. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation from construction activities and increased human foot traffic. Climate change poses additional risks through rising sea levels and altered precipitation patterns that could eliminate the specific coastal microhabitats this endemic daisy requires.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic Canary Islands daisy inhabits rocky coastal cliffs, maritime scrublands, and salt-tolerant vegetation zones within the immediate influence of ocean spray. The species is specifically adapted to the harsh conditions of exposed coastal environments where few other plants can survive the combination of salt exposure, strong winds, and nutrient-poor soils.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Argyranthemum thalassophilum classified as Endangered?
Argyranthemum thalassophilum 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. Argyranthemum thalassophilum faces severe threats from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion along its native Canary Islands shorelines. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to habitat degradation from construction activities and increased human foot traffic. Climate change poses additional risks through rising sea levels and altered precipitation patterns that could eliminate the specific coastal microhabitats this endemic daisy requires.
Where does Argyranthemum thalassophilum live?
Argyranthemum thalassophilum occurs in Portugal. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Argyranthemum thalassophilum?
The main threats to Argyranthemum thalassophilum 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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