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Carex ownbeyi

Unknown

Overview

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

Carex ownbeyi faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion within its extremely limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized wetland habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the specific hydrological conditions this sedge requires for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Carex ownbeyi inhabits specialized wetland environments, typically found in marshy areas, wet meadows, and the margins of seasonal pools. The species requires specific soil moisture conditions and is adapted to particular hydrological regimes that maintain optimal growing conditions throughout its lifecycle.

Forest· majorRocky areas· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protectionHabitat & natural process restorationEx-situ conservationLegislation

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Carex ownbeyi classified as Critically Endangered?
Carex ownbeyi 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. Carex ownbeyi faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to urban development and agricultural expansion within its extremely limited range. The species' restricted distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while invasive plant species compete for resources in its specialized wetland habitats. Climate change poses additional risks through altered precipitation patterns that could disrupt the specific hydrological conditions this sedge requires for survival.
Where does Carex ownbeyi live?
Carex ownbeyi 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 Carex ownbeyi?
The main threats to Carex ownbeyi are 1.1, 2.1, 2.3, and 5.4. The full IUCN-classified threat record for this species is detailed on the species page.

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