VU

Crotalaria socotrana

Unknown

Overview

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

Crotalaria socotrana faces significant pressure from habitat degradation on Socotra Island, where overgrazing by introduced goats and cattle has severely impacted native vegetation communities. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while infrastructure development and tourism expansion continue to fragment its remaining habitat. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate ecological balance of Socotra's endemic flora.

Threat summary

Habitat

This endemic legume inhabits the arid and semi-arid landscapes of Socotra Island, typically growing in rocky areas, wadis, and coastal plains. It thrives in well-drained soils within the island's unique succulent shrubland and grassland ecosystems.

Forest· major

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Crotalaria socotrana classified as Vulnerable?
Crotalaria socotrana 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. Crotalaria socotrana faces significant pressure from habitat degradation on Socotra Island, where overgrazing by introduced goats and cattle has severely impacted native vegetation communities. The species' limited distribution makes it particularly vulnerable to localized disturbances, while infrastructure development and tourism expansion continue to fragment its remaining habitat. Climate change poses an additional long-term threat through altered precipitation patterns that could affect the delicate ecological balance of Socotra's endemic flora.
Where does Crotalaria socotrana live?
Crotalaria socotrana 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 Crotalaria socotrana?
The main threats to Crotalaria socotrana 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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