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Astragalus bidentatus

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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.

Astragalus bidentatus faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited Mediterranean range. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded remaining populations, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change poses an additional risk through altered precipitation patterns affecting this drought-adapted legume's specialized ecological requirements.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic legume inhabits dry, rocky slopes and degraded grasslands in Mediterranean scrubland ecosystems, typically growing on calcareous soils at elevations between 200-800 meters. It thrives in semi-arid conditions with sparse vegetation cover, often found along hillsides and in abandoned agricultural terraces.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Astragalus bidentatus classified as Endangered?
Astragalus bidentatus 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. Astragalus bidentatus faces severe population decline primarily due to habitat destruction from agricultural expansion and urban development across its limited Mediterranean range. Overgrazing by livestock has degraded remaining populations, while the species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized threats. Climate change poses an additional risk through altered precipitation patterns affecting this drought-adapted legume's specialized ecological requirements.
Where does Astragalus bidentatus live?
Astragalus bidentatus 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 Astragalus bidentatus?
The main threats to Astragalus bidentatus 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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