CR

Bacopa longipes

Unknown

Overview

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

Bacopa longipes faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban discharge degrades the aquatic habitats essential for its survival. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns further threaten the delicate hydrological balance of its wetland ecosystems.

Threat summary

Habitat

Bacopa longipes inhabits shallow freshwater wetlands, including seasonal pools, marsh edges, and slow-moving streams with muddy or sandy substrates. The species requires areas with fluctuating water levels and is typically found in open, sunny locations with minimal canopy cover.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Bacopa longipes classified as Critically Endangered?
Bacopa longipes is classified as Critically Endangered — facing an extremely high risk of extinction in the wild — because population sizes are very small, declining sharply, or restricted to a tiny range. Bacopa longipes faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion in its limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized environmental changes, while water pollution from agricultural runoff and urban discharge degrades the aquatic habitats essential for its survival. Climate change-induced alterations to precipitation patterns further threaten the delicate hydrological balance of its wetland ecosystems.
Where does Bacopa longipes live?
Bacopa longipes 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 Bacopa longipes?
The main threats to Bacopa longipes 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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