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Cyperus afrodunensis

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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.

Cyperus afrodunensis faces severe threats from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion along its restricted Mediterranean range. The species' specialized dune habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to sand extraction, recreational trampling, and altered hydrology from nearby development. Climate change poses additional risks through sea level rise and increased storm intensity affecting coastal dune systems.

Threat summary

Habitat

This sedge species is endemic to coastal sand dunes and sandy shores along the Mediterranean coast. It typically grows in stabilized dune systems and sandy coastal plains where it can tolerate salt spray and shifting substrate conditions.

Marine coastal/supratidal· major

Conservation measures underway

Site/area protection

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Frequently asked questions

Why is Cyperus afrodunensis classified as Endangered?
Cyperus afrodunensis is classified as Endangered — facing a very high risk of extinction in the wild — because population numbers are declining steeply and key habitats are under sustained pressure. Cyperus afrodunensis faces severe threats from coastal development and tourism infrastructure expansion along its restricted Mediterranean range. The species' specialized dune habitat requirements make it particularly vulnerable to sand extraction, recreational trampling, and altered hydrology from nearby development. Climate change poses additional risks through sea level rise and increased storm intensity affecting coastal dune systems.
Where does Cyperus afrodunensis live?
Cyperus afrodunensis occurs in Kenya, and Somalia. Country-level distribution data is sourced from the IUCN Red List and cross-referenced with GBIF occurrences.
What are the main threats to Cyperus afrodunensis?
The main threats to Cyperus afrodunensis 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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