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Cinnagrostis hirta

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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.

Cinnagrostis hirta faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its native South American grassland habitats. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while altered fire regimes and invasive plant species further degrade the specialized grassland ecosystems this species requires. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through shifting precipitation patterns that could alter the delicate moisture balance of its preferred habitats.

Threat summary

Habitat

Cinnagrostis hirta inhabits temperate grasslands and open savannas of South America, typically occurring in well-drained soils at moderate elevations. The species shows preference for areas with seasonal moisture variation and is often found in transitional zones between grassland and shrubland ecosystems.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cinnagrostis hirta classified as Vulnerable?
Cinnagrostis hirta 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. Cinnagrostis hirta faces significant pressure from agricultural expansion and livestock grazing in its native South American grassland habitats. Urban development and infrastructure projects have fragmented remaining populations, while altered fire regimes and invasive plant species further degrade the specialized grassland ecosystems this species requires. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through shifting precipitation patterns that could alter the delicate moisture balance of its preferred habitats.
Where does Cinnagrostis hirta live?
Cinnagrostis hirta 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 Cinnagrostis hirta?
The main threats to Cinnagrostis hirta 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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