CR

Loxococcus rupicola

Unknown

Overview

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

Loxococcus rupicola faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to limestone quarrying and urban development in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution on specific limestone formations makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.

Threat summary

Habitat

This critically endangered palm is endemic to limestone karst formations and rocky outcrops in specific geological zones. It typically grows in crevices and on steep limestone cliffs where specialized soil conditions and drainage patterns create suitable microhabitats.

Forest· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Loxococcus rupicola classified as Critically Endangered?
Loxococcus rupicola 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. Loxococcus rupicola faces severe threats from habitat destruction due to limestone quarrying and urban development in its restricted range. The species' extremely limited distribution on specific limestone formations makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances. Agricultural expansion and infrastructure development continue to fragment the remaining suitable habitat patches.
Where does Loxococcus rupicola live?
Loxococcus rupicola 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 Loxococcus rupicola?
The main threats to Loxococcus rupicola 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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