VU

Campanula saonissia

Unknown

Overview

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

Campanula saonissia faces severe pressure from habitat degradation due to tourism development and infrastructure expansion across its limited Mediterranean island range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for the specialized rocky habitats it requires. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought stress in its already arid environment.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic bellflower inhabits rocky limestone cliffs, crevices, and coastal scrubland on Mediterranean islands. It typically grows in well-drained, calcareous soils in areas with sparse vegetation cover and high sun exposure.

Rocky areas· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Campanula saonissia classified as Vulnerable?
Campanula saonissia is classified as Vulnerable because the population is declining and the species faces a high risk of extinction in the medium-term future if current pressures continue. Campanula saonissia faces severe pressure from habitat degradation due to tourism development and infrastructure expansion across its limited Mediterranean island range. The species' extremely restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for the specialized rocky habitats it requires. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns and increased drought stress in its already arid environment.
Where does Campanula saonissia live?
Campanula saonissia 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 Campanula saonissia?
The main threats to Campanula saonissia 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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