Common Slender Eyebright
VU

Common Slender Eyebright

Euphrasia micrantha

Unknown

Photo: Wikimedia Commons (CC) via https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Euphrasia_micrantha

Overview

Euphrasia micrantha is a species of flowering plant belonging to the family Orobanchaceae.

Common Slender Eyebright faces significant threats from habitat loss due to agricultural intensification and changes in traditional land management practices that historically maintained suitable grassland conditions. Climate change and altered precipitation patterns further threaten the specialized semi-parasitic relationships this species depends on for survival.

Threat summary

Habitat

Semi-natural grasslands, meadows, and pastures, particularly those maintained by traditional grazing or mowing practices. This semi-parasitic species requires specific host grasses and herbs in nutrient-poor, calcareous or neutral soils.

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Common Slender Eyebright classified as Vulnerable?
Common Slender Eyebright 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. Common Slender Eyebright faces significant threats from habitat loss due to agricultural intensification and changes in traditional land management practices that historically maintained suitable grassland conditions. Climate change and altered precipitation patterns further threaten the specialized semi-parasitic relationships this species depends on for survival.
Where does Common Slender Eyebright live?
Common Slender Eyebright 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 Common Slender Eyebright?
The main threats to Common Slender Eyebright 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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