Circumpolar sedge
VU

Circumpolar sedge

Carex adelostoma

Unknown

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Overview

Carex adelostoma is a tussock-forming species of perennial sedge in the family Cyperaceae. It is native to the subarctic areas, including Scandinavia, Russia, Canada, and Alaska.

Circumpolar sedge faces significant threats from climate change, which is altering Arctic and subarctic ecosystems where this species occurs. Habitat degradation from human activities, changing precipitation patterns, and warming temperatures are disrupting the delicate wetland environments this sedge depends upon for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Circumpolar sedge inhabits Arctic and subarctic wetlands, including wet meadows, marshes, and boggy areas in tundra regions. This species typically occurs in moist to wet soils in northern latitudes across circumpolar regions.

TERRESTRIAL· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Circumpolar sedge classified as Vulnerable?
Circumpolar sedge 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. Circumpolar sedge faces significant threats from climate change, which is altering Arctic and subarctic ecosystems where this species occurs. Habitat degradation from human activities, changing precipitation patterns, and warming temperatures are disrupting the delicate wetland environments this sedge depends upon for survival.
Where does Circumpolar sedge live?
Circumpolar sedge occurs in Canada, Finland, Germany, Iceland, Norway, and Russia (plus 3 other countries). Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Circumpolar sedge?
The main threats to Circumpolar sedge 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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