CR

Bonellia fruticulosa

Unknown

Overview

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

Bonellia fruticulosa faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Canary Islands. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that outcompete native vegetation, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency. Its extremely restricted distribution makes any local disturbance potentially catastrophic for the entire population.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic shrub inhabits dry, rocky slopes and cliff faces in the laurel forest transition zones of the Canary Islands. It typically grows in well-drained volcanic soils at elevations between 200-800 meters, often in association with other endemic Canarian flora.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Bonellia fruticulosa classified as Critically Endangered?
Bonellia fruticulosa 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. Bonellia fruticulosa faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion across its limited range in the Canary Islands. The species is particularly vulnerable to invasive plant species that outcompete native vegetation, while climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought frequency. Its extremely restricted distribution makes any local disturbance potentially catastrophic for the entire population.
Where does Bonellia fruticulosa live?
Bonellia fruticulosa 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 Bonellia fruticulosa?
The main threats to Bonellia fruticulosa 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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